Insurance Defense Associate Attorney [ST. SIMONS, GEORGIA OFFICE]

McLain & Merritt, P.C.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and 401(k) matching

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Georgia is seeking an Insurance Defense Associate Attorney to lead litigation in premises liability cases. Candidates should possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.) and have 2-5+ years of relevant experience. The role includes responsibilities such as handling pleadings, depositions, and trials, requiring strong writing and advocacy skills. Benefits include a competitive salary of $100,000 to $130,000+ based on experience, along with 401(k) matching and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Admission to the state bar association.
• 2-5+ years of post-J.D. experience in insurance defense, premises liability, or civil litigation.
• Admission to Georgia federal courts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Litigate and lead premises liability and other tort cases in state and federal courts across Georgia.
• Handle pleadings, motion practice, depositions, and trial proceedings.
• Maintain client contact and meet litigation deadlines.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Research skills

Oral advocacy

Trial skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Self-motivated

Team player

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

Insurance Defense Associate Attorney (St. Simons, Georgia Office)

McLain & Merritt, a well‑established mid‑sized law firm, seeks an associate attorney with 2‑5+ years of experience to join our premises liability and tort defense practice. The associate will be responsible for all aspects of litigation from inception to trial, including client meetings, motion drafting, depositions, hearings, mediations, trial preparation, and trials for a range of clients including Fortune 500 companies. This position offers growth, development, leadership, and autonomy.

Duties

• Litigate and lead premises liability and other tort cases in state and federal courts across Georgia.
• Handle pleadings, motion practice, depositions, dispositive motions, pre‑trial proceedings, trial, post‑trial motions, and appeals.
• Maintain client contact and reporting.
• Coordinate with team members in St. Simons and the Atlanta/Buckhead office.
• Travel as required.
• Meet billable time entry requirements and other firm requirements.
• Meet client reporting requirements and litigation initiatives.
• Maintain and meet litigation deadlines.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar association.
• Admission to Georgia federal courts is a plus (including Southern District of Georgia).
• 2‑5+ years of post‑J.D. experience in insurance defense, premises liability, trial practice, civil litigation, and/or judicial clerkship.
• Strong writing, research, oral advocacy, trial, and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Drive and passion for trial practice.
• Self‑motivated and team player.

Salary and Benefits

Base salary of $100,000.00 to $130,000+ depending on experience, with potential bonuses based on performance and profitability.

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

McLain & Merritt, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.