Litigation Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated litigation attorney with 2-5 years of civil litigation defense experience to join their Birmingham, Alabama office. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex legal matters, engage directly with clients, and be part of a collaborative team.

Duties

• Handle cases from inception through trial.
• Take and defend depositions, attend hearings and mediations, and argue motions.
• Interview witnesses and experts and negotiate with opposing counsel.
• Conduct legal research and draft motions, memoranda, settlement agreements, and trial-related documents.
• Work directly with clients and collaborate with experienced attorneys on litigation strategy and case development.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience in general liability, casualty, premises liability, product liability, or complex litigation preferred.
• Demonstrated case management experience and ability to take on increasing responsibility.
• Experience with depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, sound judgment, and a strong work ethic.
• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Alabama.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Alabama.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent analytical and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Health insurance with firm-paid HSA contributions on select plans.
• Dental and Vision insurance.
• Firm-paid life insurance.
• 18 days of paid time off (PTO).
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid parking.
• Cell phone stipend.
• Coverage of bar and CLE expenses.
• Optional Aflac supplemental plans.
• Access to a company-sponsored financial wellness program.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306