Groth, Makarenko, Kaiser and Eidex · 14 hours ago
Senior Attorney
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expGroth, Makarenko, Kaiser and Eidex is a premier civil defense firm in the Southeast building the future of insurance defense. The Senior Attorney will guide insured clients through litigation, managing caseloads and developing strategies for successful resolutions while advocating for clients in court proceedings.
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Responsibilities
Conduct case intake, reviewing files, speaking with insured clients, and gathering key information from claim files
File responsive pleadings within statutory deadlines, ensuring accuracy and adherence to procedural requirements
Draft and serve discovery requests and responses, coordinating with clients to obtain necessary information
Communicate directly with insureds and claims representatives to provide case updates and manage expectations
Take and defend depositions, applying strategic questioning techniques to assess credibility and claim validity
Analyze non-party records, including prior medical histories and employment records, to identify inconsistencies in plaintiff testimony
Prepare detailed case evaluations, summarizing legal issues, liability assessments, and potential exposure for insurance carriers
Engage in motion practice, drafting and arguing motions to dismiss, summary judgment motions, and other pretrial motions
Develop and execute litigation strategies, working collaboratively with senior attorneys and support staff
Participate in settlement negotiations and mediations, advocating for cost-effective resolutions while protecting client interests
Prepare cases for trial, including jury selection strategy, witness preparation, and trial exhibit organization
Represent clients in court proceedings, handling motion hearings, arbitrations, and trials with confidence and professionalism
Meet a 1,750 annual billable hour requirement while maintaining an updated task list in the firm’s practice management system to ensure accurate time tracking, data integrity, and seamless case handoffs
Assist the partner with team management activity and oversight of associate attorneys in Tennessee
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Active membership in the Tennessee State Bar
Strong organizational skills with the ability to independently manage a caseload effectively
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for client interactions, depositions, and court advocacy
Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and handle fast-moving litigation deadlines
Resourceful, proactive, and self-sufficient in problem-solving—able to anticipate needs, seek out solutions, and take initiative without waiting for direction
Values-driven, with a natural commitment to integrity and accountability, a strong alignment with GMKE's core values, and a willingness to engage in and contribute to firm culture
Prior experience in insurance defense or litigation is required
Willingness to take ownership of cases, engage in courtroom advocacy, and develop trial experience
Preferred
Minimum 5 years experience
Licensure in Mississippi or willingness to obtain licensure in Mississippi is not required but a plus
Company
Groth, Makarenko, Kaiser and Eidex
Groth, Makarenko, Kaiser and Eidex has earned its reputation for courtroom excellence through consistent performance.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Megan Brewer
Chief Operating Officer
Jay Eidex
Partner
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