Litigation Associate - Insurance Defense

Inabia Software & Consulting; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus opportunities

Full benefits package

401(k) with employer match

HSA options

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Litigation Associate - Insurance Defense is sought by a well-established Atlanta law firm to join its Insurance Defense and Civil Litigation Practice Group. The role involves managing cases from inception through trial, drafting pleadings and discovery, taking depositions, and negotiating settlements in complex matters.

Requirements include a JD from an accredited law school and active Georgia Bar membership, with 3–5 years of civil litigation or insurance defense experience.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the Georgia Bar.
• 3-5 years of civil litigation or insurance defense experience.
• Strong writing, research and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception through trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and memoranda.
• Conduct depositions, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Perform legal research and support litigation strategy.
• Handle multiple active files and deadlines.
• Prepare for and assist with trial and appellate proceedings.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.

Skills

Strong writing

Strong research

Oral advocacy

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Litigation Associate - Insurance Defense

Location: Dunwoody (Atlanta), GA - Onsite
Experience: 3-5 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary:$130,000+ (DOE)

About the Company

A well-established and rapidly growing law firm in the Atlanta metro area is seeking aLitigation Associateto join its Insurance Defense and Civil Litigation Practice Group.

The firm represents a broad range of clients, including large corporations, property owners, and insurers, in complex litigation matters involving catastrophic injury, wrongful death, transportation accidents, construction disputes, premises liability, product liability, subrogation, and insurance coverage issues in both state and federal courts.

The firm is recognized for its strong litigation practice, collaborative environment, and hands-on approach to associate development, offering direct exposure to high-value and complex cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception through trial
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal memoranda
• Conduct depositions, mediations, and settlement negotiations
• Perform legal research and provide litigation strategy support
• Handle multiple active litigation files and deadlines
• Prepare for and assist with trial and appellate proceedings
• Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active and in good standing with theGeorgia Bar
• 3-5 years of civil litigation or insurance defense experience
• Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and critical thinking

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary starting at$130,000+ (DOE)
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• HSA options
• Paid time off and additional firm benefits
• Professional development, CLE support, and mentorship opportunities
• Exposure to complex, high-value litigation matters