Associate Attorney

Summary

Segal McCambridge is a national litigation firm seeking an Associate Attorney to join its civil litigation practice. This role involves managing high-exposure general liability matters and offers meaningful responsibility and mentorship from experienced trial lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases in collaboration with supervising partners
• Draft and argue motions, prepare discovery, and take depositions
• Appear in court and play key roles in trial preparation and trial
• Work directly with clients on sophisticated, high-stakes matters

Skills

• 2–7 years of general liability defense experience
• Active Tennessee bar license
• Experience litigating across multiple jurisdictions
• Strong experience with pleadings, motion practice, written discovery, depositions, and court appearances
• Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
• The ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive mindset and a sense of ownership over assigned matters
• Additional state licenses strongly preferred
• Spanish bilingual proficiency (highly valued)

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 2–7 years of general liability defense experience
• Active Tennessee bar license
• Experience litigating across multiple jurisdictions
• Strong experience with pleadings, motion practice, written discovery, depositions, and court appearances
• Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
• The ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive mindset and a sense of ownership over assigned matters

Nice to Haves

• Additional state licenses strongly preferred
• Spanish bilingual proficiency (highly valued)

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Health, dental, vision, life, HSA and FSA options
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Employee assistance and referral programs