Litigation Associate Attorney— Logistics, Energy & Manufacturing Litigation GroupA nationally recognized litigation practice is seeking a litigation associate with at least three years of experience to join its Logistics, Energy, and Manufacturing Litigation Group in Atlanta. This group represents transportation, logistics, energy, and manufacturing clients in high-stakes, fast-moving litigation across federal and state courts nationwide. The docket is active and varied, ranging from single-vehicle claims to complex, multi-party litigation with significant exposure.This is an opportunity to take on substantive responsibility early — first-chairing depositions, arguing motions, and managing case strategy directly with clients — within a firm that has built a national reputation defending transportation and logistics companies.Practice Group OverviewThe Logistics, Energy, and Manufacturing Litigation Group defends clients across the transportation, trucking, energy, and manufacturing sectors in matters involving:Catastrophic and wrongful death claims arising from trucking and transportation accidentsGeneral tort and personal injury defenseProducts liability and manufacturing defect claimsInsurance coverage disputes and declaratory judgment actionsRegulatory and compliance matters under FMCSA and related transportation regulationsCargo, logistics, and supply chain disputesAttorneys in this group work closely with corporate risk management teams, insurers, and in-house counsel to manage litigation portfolios, often overseeing matters in multiple jurisdictions simultaneously.What You'll DoManage an active caseload of tort, transportation, and insurance coverage matters from intake through resolutionTake and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and expertsDraft and argue dispositive and non-dispositive motionsConduct written discovery and manage e-discovery processesDevelop case strategy in coordination with senior attorneys and clients, including motor carriers, insurers, and logistics companiesAttend mediations, hearings, and trials; assist with trial preparationCommunicate directly with clients on case status, strategy, and risk assessmentQualificationsMinimum of three years of litigation experience, preferably in transportation, trucking, or motor carrier defenseExperience with tort litigation, insurance coverage disputes, or products liability strongly preferredHands-on experience with depositions, discovery, and motion practice requiredStrong academic credentials from an accredited law schoolExcellent legal research, writing, and analytical skillsSound judgment, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters independentlyComfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a team-based practiceActive admission to the Georgia Bar required — no exceptionsCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive base salary, commensurate with experience and marketFull benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insuranceGroup term life and disability insurance401(k) retirement plan with retirement planning servicesGenerous paid time offFree wellness and mental health resourcesBillable hour target of approximately 1,800 hours annually, with pro bono work counting toward the targetStrong track record of associate retention and long-term career development; the firm has been recognized as a certified Great Place to WorkFirm CultureThis is a full-service firm with a national platform and a collaborative, team-oriented culture. Individual contributions are recognized rather than absorbed into a large, siloed structure, and the firm places a strong emphasis on mentorship and hands-on associate development — particularly within litigation groups, where associates are given early exposure to depositions, motion practice, and direct client contact rather than being confined to document review.
