Insurance Defense Associate Attorney ST. Simons, Georgia OFFICE

Insurance Defense Associate Attorney (St. Simons, Georgia Office)

McLain & Merritt, a well‑established mid‑sized law firm, seeks an associate attorney with 2‑5+ years of experience to join our premises liability and tort defense practice. The associate will be responsible for all aspects of litigation from inception to trial, including client meetings, motion drafting, depositions, hearings, mediations, trial preparation, and trials for a range of clients including Fortune 500 companies.

This position offers growth, development, leadership, and autonomy.

• Litigate and lead premises liability and other tort cases in state and federal courts across Georgia.
• Handle pleadings, motion practice, depositions, dispositive motions, pre‑trial proceedings, trial, post‑trial motions, and appeals.
• Maintain client contact and reporting.
• Coordinate with team members in St. Simons and the Atlanta/Buckhead office.
• Travel as required.
• Meet billable time entry requirements and other firm requirements.
• Meet client reporting requirements and litigation initiatives.
• Maintain and meet litigation deadlines.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar association.
• Admission to Georgia federal courts is a plus (including Southern District of Georgia).
• 2‑5+ years of post‑J.D. experience in insurance defense, premises liability, trial practice, civil litigation, and/or judicial clerkship.
• Strong writing, research, oral advocacy, trial, and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Drive and passion for trial practice.
• Self‑motivated and team player.

Base salary of $ to $130,000+ depending on experience, with potential bonuses based on performance and profitability.

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

McLain & Merritt, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.