Senior General Liability Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous PTO

401(k) match

Hybrid work arrangement

Disability coverage

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Senior General Liability Attorney in Atlanta, GA to lead defense litigation for prominent national clients. The role requires 8+ years of experience and offers direct client interaction, strategic case development, and high-stakes dispute resolution.

You will supervise junior attorneys, coordinate with partners, and manage complex matters from inception through trial in state and federal courts, with a flexible hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of defense litigation experience.
• Admitted to practice in Georgia.
• JD from ABA-accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex defense litigation caseload from inception to resolution.
• Develop case strategy, including early case assessment and trial preparation.
• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and memoranda in state and federal courts.
• Take and defend depositions, manage discovery, and work with experts.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, and other dispute resolution proceedings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written & oral communication

Technical skills

Education

JD from ABA-accredited law school

Admitted to practice in Georgia

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior General Liability Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia. This role offers an opportunity for attorneys with over 8 years of litigation experience to engage with prominent national clients and manage substantial litigation responsibilities. The position involves direct interaction with sophisticated clients and collaboration with experienced professionals.

Duties

• Independently manage a complex defense litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Develop and implement case strategy, including early case assessment and trial preparation.
• Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, and legal memoranda in state and federal courts.
• Take and defend depositions, manage written discovery, and work with expert witnesses.
• Represent clients at court hearings, mediations, and other dispute resolution proceedings.
• Provide strategic legal advice and regular case status updates to clients.
• Collaborate with partners and colleagues on complex litigation matters.
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and legal support staff.
• Participate in trial preparation, including witness preparation and trial strategy development.
• Maintain strong client relationships while delivering high-quality legal work.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in the state of Georgia.
• 8+ years of defense litigation experience.
• Experience with general liability, premises, products, transportation, employment, or insurance preferred.
• Superior analytical skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Sophisticated technical skills necessary.
• First chair trial experience a plus.

Education

JD from an ABA accredited law school.

Certifications

Admitted to practice in the state of Georgia.

Skills

• Superior analytical skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Sophisticated technical skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Generous PTO and 401(k) match.
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement supporting work-life balance.