Our firm specializes in representing policyholders in first-party breach of contract actions, pre-suit coverage disputes, and bad faith litigation. Specific exposure to homeowners’ insurance/other property damage litigation is a plus, but not required. Successful candidates will be self-motivated, have a strong understanding of the Georgia Civil Practice Act and the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, and have experience with motion practice, written discovery, and taking/defending depositions. 

To Apply:

The candidate should submit a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, answer the following questions: What makes you unique from all other candidates who will apply for this position? What are your salary requirements?

Please Note: This position is based in an office in downtown Atlanta, GA, and is not a work-from-home opportunity. If working out of an office daily and commuting to the office location are problems for you, please refrain from applying.

Property Claims Litigation Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

$75,000 - $100,000

• Manage significant caseload from inception to post-trial.
• Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.
• Prepare pleadings, discovery/discovery responses, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Prepare timely reports to clients regarding case status and ongoing activities.
• Travel to various courthouses and other locations is expected.
• Meet monthly billing requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have knowledge and expertise in all phases of litigation from pleadings through trial.
• Must have knowledge and experience taking and defending depositions.
• Must have strong and persuasive oral advocacy as well as excellent writing skills.
• Must be skilled in evaluating cases.
• Must have strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Must have strong problem-solving skills.
• Must have strong organizational skills.
• Must have effective time management skills.
• Ability to adhere to deadlines.
• Ability to provide superior client service

Competencies:

• Critical thinking and decisive judgment
• Motivated and assertive
• Proactive and results-oriented

Qualifications:

• Must be a Good Standing Member of the Georgia Bar.
• 1-5 years of civil litigation experience in state and/or federal court
• Excellent academic credentials are required.
• Must be technologically confident, very comfortable using process management systems, and effectively utilizes available technology and automation.

This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing, innovative downtown Atlanta law firm. Our firm focuses on first-party insurance matters. We are passionate about helping our clients recover damages against their insurance company when their claims have been wrongfully denied or underpaid. If you are interested in growing professionally and personally in an environment that promotes the growth of both in a collegial atmosphere, this may be the opportunity for you.