Litigation Associate Attorney

Trueline; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, vision, and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Atlanta is seeking a Litigation Associate. Responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting litigation documents, and assisting in court. Candidates must have a Juris Doctor and relevant state bar admission. This role offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment focused on professional growth.

Qualifications

• Conduct detailed legal research.
• Draft pleadings and motions.
• Assist in courtroom proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research for cases.
• Prepare key litigation documents.
• Partner with senior attorneys.

Skills

Legal research

Strong writing

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Negotiation skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Admission to state bar

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

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Trueline's client, a reputable law firm based in Atlanta, GA, is seeking a Litigation Associate to join their team. This role involves conducting legal research, drafting key litigation documents, and assisting in court proceedings—offering excellent professional growth in a dynamic, case-focused setting.

What You'll Do as the Litigation Associate:

• Conduct detailed legal research using tools like Westlaw and LexisNexis
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation materials
• Help prepare for depositions, hearings, and trials
• Partner with senior attorneys to develop case strategies
• Manage communications with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff
• Assist in negotiating case resolutions when appropriate
• Stay current on relevant legal developments and procedural updates

Must-Haves as the Litigation Associate:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Admission to the relevant state bar
• Skilled in legal research and analytical strategies
• Strong writing and drafting abilities
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
• Organized with sharp attention to detail

Nice to Haves as the Litigation Associate:

• Prior litigation experience in a law firm setting
• Familiarity with civil procedure and the rules of evidence
• Ability to manage discovery and trial preparation independently
• Exposure to depositions, hearings, or trials
• Strong teamwork and capacity to support case workflow proactively

Our Client Offers:

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits package aligned with market norms, including health, vision, and life insurance, and retirement savings plans
• A collaborative, professional, and fast-paced work environment committed to growth and mentorship

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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