Litigation Associate Attorney

Litigation Associate Attorney Join a nationally recognized law firm with a strong presence throughout the Southeast and a collaborative, team-oriented culture. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation attorney seeking sophisticated defense-side litigation work, direct client interaction, meaningful courtroom experience, and long-term career growth with a highly respected national platform. The Birmingham office is actively seeking a junior- to mid-level attorney who can immediately contribute to a diverse litigation practice handling tort, commercial contract, financial services, and construction-related matters. Litigation Associate Attorney Benefits & Compensation Competitive base salary commensurate with experience 1,850 billable hour requirement with bonus eligibility beginning at 1,950 hours, including a $10,000 bonus opportunity and additional production-based incentives Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary firm contribution Professional development, mentoring, and attorney training programs Clear path for long-term career growth and partnership potential Opportunity to work alongside experienced litigators on sophisticated defense-side matters across multiple industries National platform with a collaborative culture and strong internal referral network Litigation Associate Attorney Requirements & Qualifications Active Alabama Bar license in good standing 2–4 years of litigation experience Experience handling tort litigation and/or commercial contract disputes preferred Financial services litigation experience is a plus Construction litigation experience is a plus Ability to independently manage litigation responsibilities while working collaboratively within a team Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills Excellent communication and client relationship management abilities Strong academic credentials Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities Desire to develop litigation skills and build a long-term career with the firm Ability to work full-time in the Birmingham office Litigation Associate Attorney Background & Skills Litigation experience in a law firm environment Defense-side litigation experience preferred Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda Exposure to depositions, hearings, mediations, and court appearances Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously Collaborative approach and willingness to learn from experienced attorneys Self-starter with strong initiative and professional maturity Litigation Associate Attorney Day-to-Day Responsibilities Assist with the management of litigation matters through all phases of the litigation process Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and legal memoranda Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and court proceedings Manage document review and discovery processes Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, witnesses, and experts Collaborate with partners and attorneys across multiple practice groups Provide practical legal guidance and strategic support to clients Support case management from inception through resolution Location Birmingham, AL 35203 Full-time, in-office position If you are a litigation attorney seeking sophisticated defense-side litigation work, meaningful client interaction, professional development, and long-term career growth with a nationally respected law firm, we encourage you to apply.