Commercial Litigation Attorney

gpac; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Savannah Law Firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate with 2–5 years of experience to handle sophisticated commercial disputes through trial and appeal. This is an opportunity for an attorney who wants substantial responsibility, hands‑on litigation experience, and continued professional development.

The role involves representing businesses, drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and appearing in state and federal courts across Georgia.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of commercial litigation experience
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Experience with motions practice, discovery, and depositions
• Trial preparation or courtroom experience preferred
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability
• Strong communication and client-service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Georgia Bar admission required

Responsibilities

• Represent businesses and commercial clients in complex disputes
• Handle matters from case strategy through trial and appeal
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and appellate filings
• Manage discovery and conduct depositions
• Develop case strategy and prepare matters for trial
• Appear in Georgia Superior and State Courts, the Georgia State-wide Business Court, and U.S. District Courts
• Communicate directly with clients regarding litigation strategy and case developments
• Take ownership of assigned matters and work product

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Motions practice

Discovery

Trial prep

Client service

Independent work

Job description

Commercial Litigation Associate

Location: Savannah, Georgia
Experience: 2–5 Years
Practice Area: Commercial Litigation

Position Overview

A growing law firm in Savannah, Georgia is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate with 2–5 years of experience to handle sophisticated commercial disputes through trial and appeal. This is an opportunity for an attorney who wants substantial responsibility, hands‑on litigation experience, and continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Represent businesses and commercial clients in complex disputes
• Handle matters from case strategy through trial and appeal
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and appellate filings
• Manage discovery and conduct depositions
• Develop case strategy and prepare matters for trial
• Appear in Georgia Superior and State Courts, the Georgia State-wide Business Court, and U.S. District Courts
• Communicate directly with clients regarding litigation strategy and case developments
• Take ownership of assigned matters and work product

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of commercial litigation experience
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Experience with motions practice, discovery, and depositions
• Trial preparation or courtroom experience preferred
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability
• Strong communication and client-service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Georgia Bar admission required

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Incentive eligibility
• Health and retirement benefits
• Georgia Bar dues
• CLE support