Litigation Attorney, Personal Injury in Douglasville, Georgia at Talantage, LLC

Job Title: Litigation Attorney, Personal Injury
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Douglasville, GA

Position Summary
A successful and expanding personal injury law firm in with offices in Marietta and Douglasville is seeking a seasoned, results-driven Litigation Attorney, Personal Injury to join its litigation team. This role is ideal for a highly motivated litigator with five (5)years of experience in plaintiff and/or insurance defense litigation who is ready to take full ownership of cases from intake through resolution, including trial.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and demonstrates strong advocacy skills, sound legal judgment, and a commitment to achieving optimal outcomes for injured clients. The firm offers competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and dedicated paralegal support to ensure litigation success.
Supervisory Responsibilities

• May oversee and mentor junior attorneys, case managers, and litigation paralegals
• Provide guidance on case strategy, litigation processes, and professional development

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal counsel and representation in personal injury matters
• Manage a full caseload independently from inception through resolution, including trial when necessary
• Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement agreements
• Propound and respond to written discovery
• Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and expert witnesses
• Prepare for and attend mediations, hearings, pretrial conferences, and jury trials
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel
• Conduct thorough legal research and stay current on applicable statutes, case law, and procedural rules
• Maintain consistent and proactive communication with clients throughout the litigation process
• Develop case strategies designed to maximize recovery and client satisfaction

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in the State of Georgia, in good standing
• Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience (personal injury plaintiff or insurance defense strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated experience managing cases from intake through trial

Required Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Significant courtroom experience and confidence in hearings, mediations, and trials
• Strong negotiation and client counseling abilities
• Ability to independently manage multiple cases and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in legal research platforms, case management systems, and standard office software
• High ethical standards and commitment to client-centered representation

Why Join This Firm?

• Competitive compensation structure
• Opportunity for professional growth and leadership
• Dedicated litigation support staff
• Collaborative and results-oriented team environment
• Meaningful work advocating for injured clients

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Talantage, LLC is committed to presenting candidates who contribute to an organization's culture of inclusivity and diversity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, or veteran status. Our equal opportunity employment practices comply with all applicable U.S. federal and state laws governing non-discrimination in employment. #INDHP