Junior Associate Attorney

About the company Our client is a law firm. The role Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Take ownership of a docket of civil defense cases from intake through resolution, with partner guidance and growing independence. The position blends written advocacy, discovery, and in-person court and client work. What you'll do

• Carry a sizable docket of defense cases involving injuries on property and related claims, often fifteen or more at once.
• Prepare and respond to pleadings, motions and written discovery requests.
• Take and defend depositions, appear at hearings and meet with clients.
• Support partners in readying matters for mediation and trial.
• Gain greater autonomy over time as you show strong results under partner oversight.

Requirements

What we're looking for

• Licensed to practice law in Georgia and in good standing.
• JD from an ABA-approved law school.
• Two to four years of civil defense experience on the defense side only, not plaintiff-side.
• Prior work at a defense firm on comparable matters such as bodily injury or premises claims.
• Track record of running your own docket of roughly fifteen or more cases, including court appearances.
• Hands-on deposition experience, both taking and defending.
• Solid skills in motion practice and discovery drafting.
• Self-directed working style, comfortable with limited supervision, with clear and confident client communication.
• Based in the Atlanta area to work a hybrid schedule.

Bonus points

• Experience with trials or mediations.
• Background in auto or casualty defense.
• No book of business is expected.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits

• Base salary: USD 115,000 to 145,000 per year Location and work model
• Atlanta, Georgia, United States
• Hybrid, 3 days per week in office
• Full-time