Litigation Associate – Insurance Defense

Synectics Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Full benefits package

401(k) with match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Synectics Inc. seeks an experienced attorney in Atlanta, GA to manage civil litigation from filing through trial. You will draft pleadings, conduct depositions, and perform in-depth legal research while coordinating with partners and clients.

The role requires 3–5 years of civil litigation or insurance defense, exceptional writing and advocacy skills, and the ability to handle multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Georgia Bar member in good standing.
• Bar admission to Georgia courts.
• 3–5 years' civil litigation or insurance defense experience.
• Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Attention to detail, resourcefulness, and critical-thinking.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate directly with experienced partners and senior attorneys.
• Handle all stages of litigation from case initiation through trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, and discovery documents.
• Conduct depositions, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Perform in-depth legal research and provide strategic analysis.
• Manage multiple active litigation files and deadlines.
• Prepare for and support trial and appellate proceedings.
• Communicate effectively with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Legal writing

Time management

Detail orientation

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Georgia Bar admission

Admission to Georgia courts

Job description

• Collaborate directly with experienced partners and senior attorneys
• Handle all stages of litigation from case initiation through trial
• Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, and discovery documents
• Conduct depositions, mediations, and settlement negotiations
• Perform in-depth legal research and provide strategic analysis
• Manage multiple active litigation files and deadlines
• Prepare for and support trial and appellate proceedings
• Communicate effectively with clients, courts, and opposing counsel

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate directly with experienced partners and senior attorneys
• Handle all stages of litigation from case initiation through trial
• Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, and discovery documents
• Conduct depositions, mediations, and settlement negotiations
• Perform in-depth legal research and provide strategic analysis
• Manage multiple active litigation files and deadlines
• Prepare for and support trial and appellate proceedings
• Communicate effectively with clients, courts, and opposing counsel

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active member in good standing with the Georgia Bar
• Admission to courts in Georgia
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in civil litigation or insurance defense
• Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Strong attention to detail, resourcefulness, and critical-thinking skills
• Commitment to professional growth and development in civil trial practice

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Fully paid medical, life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Optional dental, vision, accident, and critical illness coverage
• 401(k) with firm matching
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Employee assistance program
• Free parking
• Paid time off
• Client referral bonus program
• Professional development support through CLEs, training, and mentoring
• Direct access to complex, high-value cases and hands-on litigation experience
• Collaborative and collegial work environment focused on excellence and integrity