Litigation Associate - Insurance Defense

Detailed job description for the Insurance Defense role:
Job Title: Litigation Associate - Insurance Defense
Location: Dunwoody, GAExperience: 3-5 Years
The Opportunity
Our attorneys represent a diverse range of clients, from Fortune 100 companies to property owners and managers, in cases involving catastrophic injury, wrongful death, transportation, construction, premises liability, product defects, subrogation, and insurance coverage in both state and federal courts throughout Georgia.
Recognized as the Best Law Firm in Perimeter (2022 - 2025) and home to numerous Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, Georgia Trend Legal Elite, and Best Lawyers in America, MF&L offers a dynamic environment where litigation associates can thrive.
Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate directly with experienced partners and senior attorneys
• Handle all stages of litigation from case initiation through trial
• Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, and discovery documents
• Conduct depositions, mediations, and settlement negotiations
• Perform in-depth legal research and provide strategic analysis
• Manage multiple active litigation files and deadlines
• Prepare for and support trial and appellate proceedings
• Communicate effectively with clients, courts, and opposing counsel

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active member in good standing with the Georgia Bar
• Admission to courts in Georgia
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in civil litigation or insurance defense
• Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
• Excellent organizational and time management capabilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Attention to detail, resourcefulness, and critical thinking capabilities
• A commitment to professional growth and development in civil trial practice

• Competitive salary starting at $140,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Fully paid medical, life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
  • Optional dental, vision, accident, and critical illness coverage
  • 401(k) with firm matching
  • Health savings account (HSA)
  • Employee assistance program
  • Free parking
  • Paid time off
  • Client referral bonus program
• Professional development support through CLEs, training, and mentoring
• Direct access to complex, high-value cases and hands-on litigation experience
• A collaborative, collegial work environment focused on excellence and integrity