MGC Memphis Litigation Associate Attorney

McAngus Goudelock & Courie; Memphis (TN); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Leadership training programs

Comprehensive health insurance

Casual dress code

Mental health support resources

Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion

Job summary

McAngus Goudelock & Courie is an industry-leading civil litigation firm seeking attorneys in Memphis, TN. Successful candidates will have 2-5 years of practice experience and will engage in all phases of civil litigation, from case inception to trial. This role offers competitive compensation, including monthly bonuses, alongside hybrid work options and a supportive workplace culture.

Join a firm celebrated for its commitment to diversity, innovation, and comprehensive employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of practice experience in civil litigation.
• Willingness to learn and work autonomously and within a team.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess new files to establish action plans, budgets, and recommendations.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Negotiate settlements, secure authority, and prepare for trial.
• Attend depositions and hearings, report findings.
• Negotiate settlements and prepare for trial as needed.
• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and assistants.

Skills

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Client interaction

Education

Licensed to practice law in Tennessee

Job description

Join MGC's Litigation Team in Memphis, TN! MGC is an industry leading civil litigation firm celebrating 30 years of excellence in 2025 spanning 23 offices across 12 states. We are seeking attorneys to join our Litigation team in Memphis. Ideal candidates will have 2-5 years of practice experience. Our associates are given hands on experience in all phases of civil litigation from case inception to trial, as well as direct client contact. We offer competitive compensation with monthly bonus opportunities. Must be licensed to practice law in Tennessee.

What We're Looking For:

• Willingness to learn and work autonomously and within a team structure
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Initiative and the ability to multitask
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment

Position Overview:

• Membership track with defined benchmarks
• Formal mentorship structure
• Hybrid work options

Additional Benefits:

• Paid parental leave
• Leadership training programs
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Casual dress code
• Mental health support resources
• Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Assess new files to establish action plans, budgets, and recommendations.
• Identify pleading requirements and delegate tasks to paralegals as needed.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and other discovery events, providing thorough reports.
• Negotiate settlements, secure authority, and prepare for trial as necessary.
• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a firm that values innovation and a supportive workplace culture, we encourage you to apply to McAngus Goudelock & Courie!