Job Overview A law firm seeks an experienced Senior Litigation Attorney in Decatur, GA. The successful candidate will advocate for clients, provide strategic legal advice, and mentor junior associates. This role requires managing a heavy caseload and participating in trials to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.Duties Keep apprised of changes to local, state, and federal statutes and laws.Attend court hearings and argue motions on behalf of clients.Prepare necessary legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and discovery requests.Anticipate, prepare for, and attend trials, mediation, and arbitration.Conduct legal research and prepare briefs.Manage complex personal injury matters from intake through resolution.Lead depositions, expert examinations, mediations, and motion practice.Serve as first-chair in smaller trials or second-chair in complex jury trials.Collaborate on trial themes and litigation strategy.Mentor associates and litigation support staff.Requirements Active Georgia Bar license.7-10 years of personal injury litigation experience.Minimum of five jury trials with first-chair experience in smaller trials or consistent second-chair experience in complex jury trials.Experience leading depositions of key fact and expert witnesses.Handles dispositive motions and evidentiary hearings with minimal input.Begins to specialize in catastrophic injury, trucking, medical malpractice, or wrongful death.Strategic thinker with the ability to outline trial themes and case narratives.Confidence in mentoring associates and influencing team direction.Expands involvement in professional associations.Demonstrated experience managing cases independently.Strong motion practice and deposition experience.Preferred Qualifications Additional bar admissions.Appellate experience.Involvement in community, policy, or legal service initiatives.Education Juris Doctor (JD) degree.Certifications Active Georgia Bar license.Skills Strong advocacy and negotiation skills.Excellent legal research and writing abilities.Effective communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.Benefits Health insurance.Vision insurance.Dental insurance.Life insurance.Short-term disability insurance.401(k) plan.Ample opportunities for bonuses.Partnership track available.Option to work at either the Decatur or Jonesboro office.#J-18808-Ljbffr