Litigation Attorney

Insurance Coverage Associate Attorney – Birmingham, Alabama Christian & Small LLP is seeking an experienced Insurance Coverage Associate Attorney to join our growing Insurance practice in our Birmingham, AL office. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled litigator with insurance coverage expertise to take on significant responsibility, work directly with clients and partners, and advance their career in a supportive, dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities Analyze and provide coverage opinions on various insurance policies (CGL, professional liability, property, excess/umbrella, etc.). Handle insurance coverage litigation, including declaratory judgment actions, bad faith claims, and coverage disputes in state and federal courts. Defend and advise insurers in complex coverage matters. Collaborate with the firm’s broader litigation team on insurance-related defense and commercial matters. Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, and coverage correspondence. Conduct depositions, prepare witnesses, and support trials/arbitrations. Provide strategic counseling to clients on risk management and coverage issues. Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in the Alabama State Bar (or eligibility for prompt admission). 2+ years of relevant civil litigation experience, with a strong focus on insurance coverage work. Demonstrated experience drafting coverage opinions and litigating coverage disputes. Excellent analytical, writing, research, and oral advocacy skills. Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple matters efficiently. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while exercising sound judgment. Benefits Christian & Small LLP offers a competitive salary complemented by a full range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, and generous paid time off. Christian & Small LLP is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), age, disability, past or present military service, or genetic information. Litigation Associate Attorney – General Litigation Christian & Small LLP is seeking a motivated Litigation Associate with 2–5 years of civil litigation experience to join our Birmingham office. This is an excellent opportunity to build a sophisticated litigation practice while working alongside experienced attorneys representing regional and national clients across a broad range of commercial and general litigation matters. Position Overview The successful candidate will play a meaningful role in all phases of litigation, including; Drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs Managing all aspects of discovery Taking and defending depositions Preparing clients and witnesses for testimony Assisting with and participating in trials and arbitrations Representing clients in state and federal courts Associates are entrusted with significant responsibility early in their careers while receiving mentorship and support from experienced litigators committed to professional development. Qualifications 2–5 years of civil litigation experience, preferably with a focus on commercial or general litigation Alabama State Bar admission (or immediate eligibility for admission) Strong analytical, legal writing, and oral-advocacy skills Professional judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to exceptional client service Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment Benefits Christian & Small LLP offers a competitive salary complemented by a full range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, and generous paid time off. Christian & Small LLP is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), age, disability, past or present military service, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr