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Join a nationally recognized law firm with a strong presence throughout the Southeast and a collaborative, team-oriented culture. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation attorney seeking sophisticated defense-side litigation work, direct client interaction, meaningful courtroom experience, and long-term career growth with a highly respected national platform.
The Birmingham office is actively seeking a junior- to mid-level attorney who can immediately contribute to a diverse litigation practice handling tort, commercial contract, financial services, and construction-related matters.
Litigation Associate Attorney Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
- 1,850 billable hour requirement with bonus eligibility beginning at 1,950 hours, including a $10,000 bonus opportunity and additional production-based incentives
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary firm contribution
- Professional development, mentoring, and attorney training programs
- Clear path for long-term career growth and partnership potential
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced litigators on sophisticated defense-side matters across multiple industries
- National platform with a collaborative culture and strong internal referral network
Litigation Associate Attorney Requirements & Qualifications
- Active Alabama Bar license in good standing
- 2–4 years of litigation experience
- Experience handling tort litigation and/or commercial contract disputes preferred
- Financial services litigation experience is a plus
- Construction litigation experience is a plus
- Ability to independently manage litigation responsibilities while working collaboratively within a team
- Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and client relationship management abilities
- Strong academic credentials
- Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
- Desire to develop litigation skills and build a long-term career with the firm
- Ability to work full-time in the Birmingham office
Litigation Associate Attorney Background & Skills
- Litigation experience in a law firm environment
- Defense-side litigation experience preferred
- Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda
- Exposure to depositions, hearings, mediations, and court appearances
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
- Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously
- Collaborative approach and willingness to learn from experienced attorneys
- Self-starter with strong initiative and professional maturity
Litigation Associate Attorney Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Assist with the management of litigation matters through all phases of the litigation process
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and legal memoranda
- Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies
- Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and court proceedings
- Manage document review and discovery processes
- Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, witnesses, and experts
- Collaborate with partners and attorneys across multiple practice groups
- Provide practical legal guidance and strategic support to clients
- Support case management from inception through resolution
Location
- Birmingham, AL 35203
- Full-time, in-office position
If you are a litigation attorney seeking sophisticated defense-side litigation work, meaningful client interaction, professional development, and long-term career growth with a nationally respected law firm, we encourage you to apply.
JOB ID: 176762
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Renee Tabak