General Liability Associate Attorney

gpac; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is assisting a well-established law firm in Alabama in their search for a General Liability Associate Attorney to join the litigation team. The role involves handling a broad range of complex matters for local and national clients.

Ideal candidate has a JD, active Alabama bar, and at least 3 years of litigation experience, including depositions and motion practice. The position offers growth within a collaborative general liability practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience in one or more of the following areas: General liability, Product liability, Premises liability.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to practice in Alabama.
• Demonstrated experience with motion practice and depositions.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while working both independently and collaboratively.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and efficient.

Responsibilities

• Manage general liability matters throughout the state of Alabama.
• Independently handle a full litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Conduct and defend depositions, including plaintiff and expert depositions.
• Prepare witnesses for depositions and trial.
• Draft, review, and analyze discovery requests and responses.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and other litigation-related filings.
• Handle court filings and service of documents, including e-filing.
• Assist with trial preparation and provide trial support as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely billing records.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to achieve client objectives.

Skills

General liability

Product liability

Premises liability

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

A well-established law firm is seeking a General Liability Associate Attorney to join its litigation team in Alabama. This position offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of complex litigation matters while representing both local and national clients. The role is ideal for a motivated litigator who is looking to grow within a collaborative and respected general liability practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage general liability matters throughout the state of Alabama
• Independently handle a full litigation caseload from inception through resolution
• Conduct and defend depositions, including plaintiff and expert depositions
• Prepare witnesses for depositions and trial
• Draft, review, and analyze discovery requests and responses
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and other litigation-related filings
• Handle court filings and service of documents, including e-filing
• Assist with trial preparation and provide trial support as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely billing records
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to achieve client objectives

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • General liability
  • Product liability
  • Premises liability
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active admission to practice in Alabama
• Demonstrated experience with motion practice and depositions
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while working both independently and collaboratively
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and efficient

Compensation

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and other job-related factors permitted by law
• Opportunities for professional growth within a supportive litigation team

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.