Insurance Defense Attorney

TRC is partnering with a growing mid-size law firm known for its high-value litigation practice and strong commitment to developing early-career attorneys. This is an opportunity to step into meaningful litigation work quickly, with real courtroom exposure and structured mentorship.

Summary

The Litigation Associate will support a busy civil defense practice focused on tort litigation, insurance coverage, construction disputes, and commercial matters. The role is designed for early-career attorneys seeking accelerated hands-on experience, including depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation. The firm maintains a balance of complex, high-stakes cases and smaller matters that provide strong training opportunities and increasing responsibility over time.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support litigation matters from intake through resolution

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal correspondence

• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy with senior attorneys

• Take and defend depositions (with increasing independence over time)

• Participate in hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations

• Support trial preparation, including exhibits, witness prep, and case summaries

• Interface with clients, carriers, experts, and opposing counsel

• Assist with insurance coverage analysis and related litigation matters

• Maintain case files and ensure deadlines and court requirements are met

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Active membership in good standing with the Georgia Bar (or ability to obtain promptly)

• 1–4 years of litigation experience preferred (civil defense strongly preferred)

• Exposure to tort litigation, insurance defense, or commercial disputes is a plus

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Ability to manage multiple active matters and deadlines

• Willingness to engage in courtroom and deposition work early in career

• Strong professional communication and client-facing skills

• Collaborative mindset with ability to work in a team-driven environment