Commercial Litigation Associate

Larson Maddox; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Larson Maddox's client in Atlanta is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate to handle sophisticated matters across commercial disputes, insurance coverage litigation, class actions, and construction-related issues.

The ideal candidate has 4–7 years of experience, is admitted to the Georgia Bar, and demonstrates success from inception through resolution, with strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills. This position emphasizes a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• 4–7 years of experience in commercial litigation, insurance coverage litigation, construction litigation, or related areas.
• Active admission to the Georgia Bar.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Handle insurance coverage analysis, coverage disputes, and bad faith litigation.
• Defend and prosecute class action matters.
• Manage a diverse caseload involving breaches of contract, business torts, fiduciary duty claims, partnership and shareholder disputes, construction litigation and related matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, insurance coverage opinions, and other legal filings.
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies.
• Take and defend depositions, participate in hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Work directly with clients and opposing counsel throughout all phases of litigation.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Time management

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Our client is seeking a talented and motivated Commercial Litigation Associate to join its growing Atlanta office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to handle sophisticated litigation matters across a broad range of practice areas, including commercial disputes, insurance coverage litigation, class actions, and construction-related matters.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing litigation matters from inception through resolution and will be comfortable taking on significant responsibility in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Handle insurance coverage analysis, coverage disputes, and bad faith litigation.
• Defend and prosecute class action matters.
• Manage a diverse caseload involving: Breach of contract disputes, Business torts, Fiduciary duty claims, Partnership and shareholder disputes, Construction litigation, Trade secret and restrictive covenant matters, Real estate disputes, Other complex commercial litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, insurance coverage opinions, and other legal filings.
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies.
• Take and defend depositions, participate in hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Work directly with clients and opposing counsel throughout all phases of litigation.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 4-7 years of experience in commercial litigation, insurance coverage litigation, construction litigation, or a related practice area.
• Prior law firm experience required.
• Experience handling matters through all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Experience drafting insurance coverage opinions is a plus.
• Federal and state court experience preferred.
• Active admission to the Georgia Bar required.