Associate Attorney - Defense

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney with 1 - 3 years of litigation experience to join our growing defense litigation practice. The ideal candidate will have experience in, or a strong interest in, premises liability and products liability defense. This attorney will assist in managing a diverse caseload, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, participating in discovery, and supporting all phases of litigation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in defending premises liability and products liability claims.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda addressing liability, causation, and damages issues.
• Manage written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.
• Assist with depositions, expert discovery, witness preparation, and trial preparation.
• Analyze medical records, incident reports, product documentation, and other relevant evidence.
• Evaluate liability and damages exposure and assist with case strategy and settlement recommendations.
• Communicate professionally with clients, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and other litigation professionals.
• Maintain case files, track deadlines, and ensure compliance with court rules and litigation schedules.
• Assist with mediation, arbitration, hearings, and trial preparation as needed.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with the applicable state bar.
• 1–3 years of litigation experience, preferably in civil litigation or insurance defense.
• Preferred experience in premises liability and products liability defense.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases and competing deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
• Professional judgment, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to client service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience defending claims involving property owners, retailers, manufacturers, distributors, or other businesses.
• Familiarity with insurance defense litigation, discovery practice, depositions, and motion practice.
• Experience reviewing expert reports and evaluating liability, causation, and damages.
• Familiarity with state and federal civil procedure and applicable evidentiary rules.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for professional development and hands-on litigation experience.
• Mentorship and collaboration with experienced litigators.
• Exposure to a broad range of complex civil defense matters.
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief cover letter outlining their litigation experience and interest in premises liability and products liability defense to jennifer.moore@gogpac.com