Litigation Associate Attorney – Public Entity​/Civil Rights

Litigation Associate Attorney – Public Entity/Civil Rights

Structured Training | Dedicated Mentorship | Early Hands-On Experience

We’re growing our public entity/civil rights litigation team and looking for a Junior Associate Attorney who is eager to build a strong foundation in civil rights litigation with the right guidance and support. This newly structured role is ideal for attorneys early in their careers who want meaningful experience, approachable mentorship, and a clear path for development while working on interesting and complicated cases.

As a full-time Associate Attorney in our Atlanta office, you’ll work closely with experienced litigators on an established line of public entity business, gaining practical exposure to case strategy, drafting, discovery, and client interaction. Our nationally recognized firm offers hands-on training, personalized mentoring, and the flexibility to grow professionally while maintaining balance.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Mentorship & Training: You’ll receive structured guidance from seasoned litigators and regular performance feedback
• Hands-On Litigation Work: From day one, you’ll take an active role in depositions, case analysis, trial prep, and client strategy.
• Flexible Work Culture: We offer a hybrid schedule and respect for work-life balance so you can excel in your career without sacrificing your personal priorities.
• Client Exposure: Work directly with clients and be encouraged to develop your own professional relationships.

Attorney Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum 1 years of litigation experience, including pre- and post-suit investigations, case analysis, drafting and responding to discovery, preparing and arguing law and motion, taking and defending depositions, and trial preparation, in the areas of employment and civil rights/§ 1983 work representing municipalities.
• Admission to the Georgia State Bar in good standing
• J.D. from an accredited law school
• A proactive mindset and a genuine interest in building a long-term litigation career

Associate Attorney Position Pay and Benefits:

• Competitive starting at $105,000 (commensurate with experience), plus bonus potential
• Hybrid work schedule (mix of in-office collaboration & remote flexibility)
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance

About Us:
We are proud to have been named one of US News & World Report’s Best Places to Work for 2024 and 2025. Cruser, Mitchell, Novitz, Sanchez, Gaston & Zimet LLP is a leading national law firm dedicated to excellence in litigation. We represent clients in all types of litigation, including employment and professional liability claims, complex product liability cases, GL and auto claims, trucking matters, insurance coverage disputes and more.

Our firm values creativity and innovation, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

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