What are the responsibilities and job description for the Attorney - Litigation Associate position at Adams & Martin Group?
A reputable nationwide law firm is seeking a skilled Defense Products Liability and Premises Liability Associate Attorney with at least five years of litigation experience to join their dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in defending complex liability cases, including product defects, premises liability claims, and general negligence matters.
Responsibilities:
- Defend manufacturers, retailers, property owners, and businesses in products liability and premises liability litigation.
- Conduct legal research, drafting, and analysis of case law, statutes, and regulations related to liability defense.
- Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and legal memoranda.
- Take and defend depositions of plaintiffs, experts, and witnesses.
- Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
- Develop and execute case strategies in collaboration with senior attorneys and clients.
- Manage case files, maintain detailed records, and ensure compliance with deadlines.
- Provide risk assessment and legal counsel to clients regarding potential liability exposure.
Qualifications:
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
- Active bar license in Georiga
- 5 years of experience in defense litigation, with a focus on products liability and premises liability.
- Proven ability to manage cases independently and handle all phases of litigation.
- Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
- Strong oral advocacy and courtroom experience.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and deadline-driven environment.
- Experience with client communication, case strategy development, and negotiation.
- Must have experience at a defense litigation firm.
- Trial experience is a plus.
**If you are interested in this position, please send your resume to Brigitte Talley at
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
