Senior Counsel

Overview

This role is for a senior litigation attorney with an insurance defense focus, providing leadership and courtroom representation on high-exposure matters. An active bar license in the State of Georgia is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop persuasive case themes and trial strategy.
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials.
• Manage full case responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial preparation.
• Refuse to accept mediocrity; maintain high standards in all aspects of case work.
• Communicate routinely with clients.
• Collaborate with team members at all levels of experience.
• Cultivate relationships with current and prospective clients.
• Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA approved school.
• Must be licensed in your state.
• 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition, and trial preparation.
• Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience managing litigation teams and mentoring junior attorneys.
• Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred.
• Experience with time management systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $150,000–$175,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Annual billable hours bonus: ranging from $10,000 and then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier.
• Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage is $700–$1,700).
• 401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4–5%.
• Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm) $100–$200/month.
• Paid parental leave at base pay.
• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60.
• Employee assistance program.
• Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities.
• Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees.
• Flexible vacation policy for attorneys.
• Defined pathway to partnership.
• Internal diversity and inclusion programs.
• Firm-wide charitable giving program.
• Numerous social and off-site events each year.

Location

Office, hybrid, or remote options available.