Senior Civil Litigation Attorney Autonomy & Collaboration

Birmingham School of Law, LLP; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Stites & Harbison in Huntsville, AL seeks an experienced Senior General Litigation Associate to join its growing office. You will manage general civil litigation from inception through resolution and handle a diverse docket, with responsibility for strategy, client communication, and outcomes.

Candidates must have Alabama bar admission, 5+ years’ experience, deposition experience, and strong writing, research, and advocacy skills. The role offers autonomy with support from a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Active bar admission in Alabama (Tennessee Bar admission a plus).
• 5+ years of general civil litigation experience.
• Experience in taking and defending depositions.
• Trial, motion hearing, or significant courtroom experience.
• Strong legal writing, research, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage cases independently and exercise sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Manage general civil litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Develop case strategy and provide practical legal guidance to clients.
• Handle multiple matters simultaneously in state and federal courts.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts.

Skills

Active bar admission

Deposition experience

Trial experience

Legal writing and research

Client communication

Job description

Stites & Harbison in Huntsville, AL seeks an experienced Senior General Litigation Associate to join its growing office. You will manage general civil litigation from inception through resolution and handle a diverse docket, with responsibility for strategy, client communication, and outcomes.

Candidates must have Alabama bar admission, 5+ years’ experience, deposition experience, and strong writing, research, and advocacy skills. The role offers autonomy with support from a collaborative team.