Transactional Associate Attorney, Professional Liability

StevenDouglas; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Bonus opportunities

Parental leave

Professional development support

Direct partner access

Job summary

StevenDouglas in Atlanta is seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney for its Professional Liability team. The role emphasizes transactional, advisory-driven insurance work with limited litigation, involving coverage analysis, claims monitoring, and ongoing client advisories for domestic and international insurer clients.

You will collaborate with partners on policy interpretation, risk assessment, and client reporting in a boutique environment that values strong institutional recognition and

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 4–7 years of experience in insurance coverage, defense, or professional liability.
• Admission to the Georgia Bar (or eligibility to obtain).
• Strong analytical and legal writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor professional liability claims and circumstances for insurer clients.
• Analyze policies and provide coverage, exposure, and risk assessments.
• Prepare detailed coverage opinions, reports, and client-facing memoranda.
• Communicate with insurers, brokers, and insured professionals about claims developments.
• Evaluate pleadings and case updates to assess liability and exposure.
• Coordinate with defense counsel on strategy, budgets, and progression.

Skills

Policy analysis

Claims handling

Client communication

Legal writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

A nationally recognized boutique insurance coverage firm is seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Professional Liability team in Atlanta. This is a unique opportunity for attorneys interested in a primarily transactional, advisory-driven insurance practice with limited litigation. The role sits at the intersection of coverage analysis, claims monitoring, and client advisory work , supporting domestic and international insurer clients on complex professional liability matters. Associates work closely with partners on sophisticated matters involving policy interpretation, risk assessment, and ongoing claims oversight across a range of professional sectors. The practice is highly collaborative and offers significant client exposure in a boutique environment with strong institutional recognition. While occasional litigation or coverage disputes may arise, the core of the role is non-litigation focused and centered on strategic coverage advisory work . Job

Responsibilities

• Monitoring professional liability claims, lawsuits, and circumstances for insurer clients
• Analyzing insurance policies and providing coverage, exposure, and risk assessments
• Preparing detailed coverage opinions, reports, and client-facing memoranda
• Communicating directly with insurers, brokers, and insured professionals regarding claims developments
• Evaluating pleadings, expert materials, and case updates to assess liability and exposure
• Coordinating with defense counsel on strategy, budgets, and case progression, as needed
• Tracking reserves, reporting obligations, and key claim developments throughout lifecycle
• Supporting occasional coverage litigation and declaratory judgment matters
• Maintaining ongoing client relationships through consistent advisory reporting and updates

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• 4–7 years of experience in insurance coverage, defense, or professional liability
• Strong exposure to policy analysis, claims handling, or coverage work
• Excellent legal writing and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal and client communication abilities
• Admission to the Georgia Bar (or eligibility to obtain)

What's Offered

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• 1,900 billable hour requirement with consistent workflow
• Quarterly and annual bonus opportunities
• Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer contribution, parental leave, life insurance, professional development support)
• Collaborative boutique culture with direct partner access
• Clear path for long-term growth within a specialized practice area