Savannah: Commercial Litigation Associate — Trial & Appeal

gpac; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Georgia Bar dues

CLE support

Job summary

gpac in Savannah, GA seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate with 2-5 years of experience to handle complex disputes through trial and appeal. You will assume significant responsibility, conduct in-depth research, draft pleadings, and coordinate with clients on litigation strategy.

The role offers competitive compensation based on experience, incentive eligibility, health and retirement benefits, and bar dues support.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Experience with motions practice, discovery, and depositions.
• Trial preparation or courtroom experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent businesses and commercial clients in complex disputes.
• Handle matters from case strategy through trial and appeal.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and appellate filings.
• Manage discovery and conduct depositions.
• Develop case strategy and prepare matters for trial.
• Appear in Georgia Superior and State Courts, the Georgia State-wide Business Court, and U.S. District Courts.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding litigation strategy and case developments.
• Take ownership of assigned matters and work product.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Legal research

Written communication

Education

Georgia Bar admission

Job description

gpac in Savannah, GA seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate with 2-5 years of experience to handle complex disputes through trial and appeal. You will assume significant responsibility, conduct in-depth research, draft pleadings, and coordinate with clients on litigation strategy.

The role offers competitive compensation based on experience, incentive eligibility, health and retirement benefits, and bar dues support.