Senior Associate Attorney | Medical Malpractice & Complex Litigation

Orion Placement; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Placement seeks an experienced civil litigator in Atlanta to begin as second chair on complex medical malpractice cases and progress to first-chair responsibility as readiness is demonstrated. The role offers a base salary between $180,000 and $220,000, with discretionary bonuses during the first two years and an uncapped case bonus after year two.

A flexible hybrid schedule is available, with remote options for exceptional candidates outside the Atlanta area.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Medical malpractice or complex personal injury background.
• Licensed in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.
• Ability to independently take and defend depositions.
• First-chair or second-chair trial experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel for depositions and trials.
• Strong motion practice and case management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve initially as second chair on complex medical malpractice matters, working with senior trial counsel.
• Manage a sophisticated caseload involving medical, factual, and damages issues.
• Take and defend depositions independently, including experts and witnesses.
• Draft and argue substantive motions and manage discovery, strategy, and deadlines.
• Collaborate with medical professionals and nurse consultants to understand Labor & Delivery medicine.
• Develop case themes, evaluate liability and damages, and prepare for resolution or trial.
• Advance to first-chair responsibility on assigned cases as competency is shown.
• Support senior counsel as second chair on high-value matters.
• Travel as needed for depositions and case preparation.

Skills

Civil litigation

Deposition

Motions

Medical malpractice

Trial experience

Litigation strategy

Client advocacy

Job description

• Fast progression from second chair alongside an accomplished lead trial attorney to first chair responsibility on assigned cases
• Specialized training in Labor & Delivery medicine from senior trial counsel and experienced in-house nurse consultants
• Work on sophisticated, high-impact medical malpractice and catastrophic injury litigation
• Uncapped case bonus structure after your first two years, with additional incentives for first-chair responsibility and cases taken to trial
• Discretionary performance-based year-end bonuses during your first two years while cases mature
• Meaningful autonomy, mentorship, and a clear path to becoming a lead trial attorney
• Flexible hybrid structure for Atlanta attorneys, with remote opportunities available for exceptional candidates outside the area

Location:

Atlanta, GA. Atlanta-based attorneys will work a hybrid schedule of 3 days in office and 2 days remote after an initial 30-day onboarding period and successful integration with the team. Exceptional candidates outside Atlanta may work 100% remotely after an initial 30 to 60-day training period requiring 3 to 4 days per week in the Atlanta office. Remote attorneys should expect 1 to 2 Atlanta trips per month plus case-related travel for depositions. Required travel and lodging are covered.

Note:

Candidates must be licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia and have 7+ years of civil litigation experience, a medical malpractice or complex personal injury background, and demonstrated ability to independently take and defend depositions. Strong substantive motion practice, sophisticated case management experience, and a genuine interest in mastering complex medical issues are also important.

About Us

We are a specialized plaintiff-side litigation firm handling sophisticated medical malpractice and catastrophic injury matters. Our team combines high-level trial advocacy with deep medical knowledge to pursue meaningful results for individuals and families facing life-changing circumstances. We invest heavily in attorney development, hands-on mentorship, and preparation for first-chair responsibility. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Serve initially as second chair on complex medical malpractice matters while working closely with senior trial counsel
• Manage a sophisticated caseload involving significant medical, factual, and damages issues
• Take and defend depositions independently, including depositions involving experts and key witnesses
• Draft and argue substantive motions and manage discovery, case strategy, and litigation deadlines
• Work closely with medical professionals and nurse consultants to understand complex Labor & Delivery medicine
• Develop case themes, evaluate liability and damages, and prepare matters strategically for resolution or trial
• Transition into first-chair responsibility on assigned cases as competency and case readiness are demonstrated
• Continue supporting senior trial counsel as second chair on select high-value matters
• Travel as needed for depositions, case preparation, and trial-related responsibilities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of civil litigation experience
• Medical malpractice or complex personal injury experience required
• Proven ability to independently take and defend depositions
• Strong substantive motion practice and independent caseload management experience
• Genuine interest in learning sophisticated medical concepts and applying them to litigation
• Plaintiff-side medical malpractice experience strongly preferred
• First-chair or second-chair trial experience preferred
• Strong candidates from solo practice or in-house backgrounds are encouraged if they have substantial hands-on litigation experience

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will join a highly specialized litigation practice where senior attorneys receive real responsibility, direct mentorship, sophisticated case exposure, and a defined path toward first-chair work. The role offers a $180,000 to $220,000 base salary, discretionary performance-based bonuses during the first two years, and an uncapped case bonus structure beginning after year two. You will also receive extensive medical litigation training and the opportunity to build true subject-matter expertise while doing work that can have a lasting impact on clients and their families.