Litigation Attorney

Join MGC's Litigation Team in Knoxville, TN! MGC is an industry leading civil litigation firm celebrating 31 years of excellence in 2025 spanning 22 offices across 12 states. We are seeking attorneys to join our Litigation team in Knoxville. Ideal candidates will have 2-5 years of practice experience. Our associates are given hands on experience in all phases of civil litigation from case inception to trial, as well as direct client contact. We offer competitive compensation with monthly bonus opportunities. Must be licensed to practice law in Tennessee. What We're Looking For: Willingness to learn and work autonomously and within a team structure Exceptional interpersonal skills Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Initiative and the ability to multitask Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment Position Overview: Membership track with defined benchmarks Hybrid work options Additional Benefits: Paid parental leave Leadership training programs Casual dress code Mental health support resources Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Assess new files to establish action plans, budgets, and recommendations. Identify pleading requirements and delegate tasks to paralegals as needed. Prepare discovery responses and manage document production. Attend depositions, hearings, and other discovery events, providing thorough reports Negotiate settlements, secure authority, and prepare for trial as necessary Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants Qualifications Behaviors Preferred Team Player Team Player : Works well as a member of a group Loyal Loyal : Shows firm and constant support to a cause Functional Expert Functional Expert : Considered a thought leader on a subject Dedicated Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred Work-Life Balance Work-Life Balance : Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work Ability to Make an Impact Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Growth Opportunities : Inspired to take on more responsibility Education Required Juris Doctorate or better. Experience Preferred 2-5 years: Licenses & Certifications Required Bar Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr