Senior Attorney

Our growing firm is seeking a well-qualified senior attorney who can handle a heavy caseload, work independently, and zealously represent clients both in and out of court. To be considered, you should have solid trial experience and be willing to mentor our newer associates. Your excellent communication and writing skills will come in handy as you thoughtfully position clients toward favorable outcomes. Reach out to us today if this opportunity sounds ideal for you. Responsibilities: • Draft legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, notices, and discovery requests and responses • Argue motions in court on behalf of clients during legal proceedings • Perform research, draft briefs, pleadings, and motions • Strategize, prepare for, and attend trial proceedings, mediation, and arbitration • Keep apprised of changes to local, state, and federal statutes and laws What You’ll Do As a Senior Litigation Attorney, you will: Manage complex personal injury matters from intake through resolutionLead depositions, expert examinations, mediations, and motion practiceServe as first-chair in smaller trials or second-chair in complex jury trialsCollaborate on trial themes and litigation strategyMentor associates and litigation support staff Qualifications: • At least 5 years of experience working as a senior associate attorney • Applicants must have trial, mediation, and arbitration representation experience • Four-year bachelor’s degree and successful completion of law school from an accredited law school • Excellent time management and interpersonal skills are required, as well as persuasive writing and verbal communication skills • Active member in good standing with local and state bar associations Who We’re Looking For A purpose-driven trial attorney with a demonstrated commitment to justice, client advocacy, and excellence in litigation. Required Qualifications Active Georgia Bar license 7–10 years of personal injury litigation experience Minimum of five (5) jury trials with first-chair experience in smaller trials OR consistent second-chair experience in complex jury trials Leads 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 who can outline trial themes and case narratives Demonstrates confidence in mentoring associates and influencing team direction. Expands involvement in professional associations (e.g., GTLA, AAJ). Demonstrated experience managing cases independently Strong motion practice and deposition experience Preferred Qualifications Additional bar admissions Appellate experience Demonstrated involvement in community, policy, or legal service initiatives Benefits: Health Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Life Insurance Short-Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Ample opportunities for bonuses Partnership track is available You will have the option to work at either the Decatur or Jonesboro office. Compensation: $165,000 - $190,000 + origination bonuses + performance incentives • What You’ll DoAs a Senior Litigation Attorney, you will: • 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 Compensation: $165,000-$190,000 per year T. Madden & Associates P.C