Elite Talent, LLC · 13 hours ago
Civil Litigation Attorney
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expElite Talent, LLC is a medical malpractice defense firm seeking an experienced civil litigator to manage an active caseload from intake through resolution. The role involves collaborating with partners and staff, handling case operations, drafting pleadings, and preparing for trial.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Ethically, responsibly, and autonomously manage day-to-day case operations with minimal supervision; escalate material issues to partners as appropriate
Track and manage case deadlines (including answers, discovery, motions, and court-ordered schedules)
Draft and finalize pleadings and discovery (answers, discovery requests and responses, disclosures, productions, deposition summaries, and motion practice)
Oversee and coordinate nurse, paralegal, and secretary staff to ensure clear task delegation and timely execution
Attend and cover depositions; prepare detailed deposition reports and case assessments
Coordinate and conduct calls with expert witnesses; assist with expert strategy and preparation
Review and analyze medical records; collaborate with nurses and paralegals to organize expert packets and case materials
Prepare for trial, including pretrial filings, exhibit and witness preparation, and trial notebooks; attend and participate in trial
Meet billable expectations: 1,950 hours per year (162.5 hours per month)
Qualification
Required
Attorney - Civil Litigation (Defense): Minimum 3 years of civil litigation experience on the defense side
Active and in-good-standing Georgia Bar License
Proven experience drafting pleadings, managing discovery, taking/defending depositions, and handling court appearances
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage a high-volume docket with strong attention to detail and deadlines
Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
Preferred
3+ years of medical malpractice and/or civil litigation defense experience
Prior trial preparation and courtroom experience (state and/or federal)
Experience working with expert witnesses and medical record analysis (assisted by our nurses)
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Meaningful, hands-on litigation experience with supportive partner mentorship
Opportunity to own your caseload and contribute to strategy in a collaborative defense team
Company
Elite Talent, LLC
With over a decade of experience, Elite Talent has established itself as a trusted leader in the staffing industry.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase