Senior Trial Attorney for Litigation, Local Government, and Land Use Firm (Atlanta, GA)

Senior Trial Attorney (Civil Litigation) — Local Government & Land Use Practice (Hybrid | Atlanta, GA)

Overview

A small civil litigation firm (8 attorneys) is conducting a confidential search for a Senior Trial Attorney to join its Atlanta, Georgia office as an Associate Attorney. This role is designed for an experienced trial lawyer who can manage matters from inception through trial and who is comfortable taking ownership of case strategy, client communication, and courtroom advocacy.

The position is hybrid and based in Atlanta. The target start date is longer term, ideally January 18, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Handle civil litigation matters from start to finish, including investigation, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and trial.

• Serve as lead or key trial counsel, developing case themes, trial strategy, and presentation.

• Manage litigation workflow in state and federal courts, including compliance with procedural rules and deadlines.

• Take and defend depositions; manage expert and fact discovery.

• Collaborate with partners and other attorneys on litigation strategy and case staffing.

• Contribute to the continued growth of the practice, including opportunities to develop a book of business and support firm expansion.

Qualifications

• Active Georgia bar license (required).

• 8–10 years of civil litigation experience, with significant trial-law experience.

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage cases through the full litigation lifecycle, including trial.

• Experience with civil procedure in both state and federal courts (helpful).

• Preferred (not required) experience in one or more of the following:

• Real estate litigation

• Land use matters

• Construction defects

• Commercial litigation

• Commercial tax appeals

Compensation

• Base salary: $150,000–$175,000.

• Bonus: $10,000 for every 100 billable hours above the minimum.

• Billable hours: 1,700 target.

Benefits

• Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage.

• 401(k).

• Paid bar dues.

• PTO.

Interview Process

• Resume and reference review.

• Interviews with partners.

Confidential search. Additional firm-identifying details will be shared with qualified candidates during the process.