Senior Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth within firm

Direct client interaction

Substantial courtroom experience

Meaningful legal work

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney in Birmingham, Alabama. The ideal candidate will independently manage cases, appear in court, and communicate effectively with clients, handling matters across family law, criminal defense, personal injury, and probate.

The role requires at least three years of meaningful litigation experience and actual courtroom practice, with a Juris Doctor degree and active Alabama licensure.

Qualifications

• JD required and Alabama bar in good standing.
• Minimum of three years of meaningful litigation experience.
• Actual courtroom experience is required.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple active matters and deadlines.
• Sound judgment, dependability, and responsiveness.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage an active caseload from assignment through resolution.
• Appear in court for hearings, trials, and other proceedings.
• Develop case strategy and manage deadlines and progression.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings, depositions, and trials.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel and insurance representatives.
• Maintain professional communication with clients.
• Collaborate with the Managing Attorney and legal team.
• Supervise delegated work and provide direction to support staff.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Legal research and writing

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Senior Litigation Attorney in Birmingham, Alabama. The ideal candidate will independently manage cases, appear in court, and communicate effectively with clients. This role requires meaningful litigation experience in areas such as family law, criminal defense, personal injury, and probate.

Duties

• Independently manage an active caseload from assignment through resolution.
• Appear in court for hearings, trials, and other proceedings.
• Develop case strategy and maintain responsibility for deadlines and case progression.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings, depositions, and trials.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel and insurance representatives.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients.
• Work closely with the Managing Attorney and legal team.
• Supervise delegated work and provide direction to support staff.

Requirements

• Licensed and in good standing with the Alabama State Bar.
• At least three years of meaningful legal experience, with litigation experience preferred.
• Actual courtroom experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple active matters and deadlines.
• Sound professional judgment and discretion.
• Organized, dependable, accountable, and responsive.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced litigation practice.
• Genuine interest in long-term professional growth with the firm.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in Alabama.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Opportunity to perform meaningful legal work.
• Substantial courtroom experience.
• Direct client interaction.
• Growth within an established Alabama law practice.