Transportation Practice Attorney, Atlanta GA

Job Description

Job Description

Attorney - Transportation Practice

Location: Atlanta, GA

Firm: Our Client, a Full-Service AmLaw 100 Firm

Position Overview: Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled attorney to join its esteemed Transportation Practice in Atlanta. The ideal candidate will possess admission to practice in Georgia and have 2 to 7 years of experience in insurance defense, particularly in matters involving heavy trucking/tractor-trailer, cargo, and freight carriers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in the trucking industry, including freight carriers, transportation brokers, truck insurers, public entities, school bus operators, long and short haul truckers, and waste management groups.
• Handle a broad variety of issues such as negligent hiring and retention, hours of service, ECM data, messaging and positioning data, DOT compliance, and accident reconstruction.
• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings.
• Draft and argue motions.
• Take and defend depositions.

Qualifications:

• Admitted to practice law in Georgia.
• 2 to 7 years of experience in insurance defense related to heavy trucking and freight carriers.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401k with employer contribution.
• Bonus opportunities for exceeding monthly billable hours requirements

About Our Client: The attorneys in our client’s Transportation Practice possess extensive experience in defending the trucking industry, with a strong track record of excellent case results. The firm is committed to providing high-quality legal services and achieving favorable outcomes for their clients through diligent and strategic representation.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team within a prestigious firm, providing exceptional legal services to a diverse clientele in the transportation sector.