Trucking & Transportation Litigation Associate | Atlanta | Hybrid (2–3 days) | Base up to $160,000 + Bonus

Trucking & Transportation Litigation Associate | Atlanta | Hybrid (2–3 days) | Base up to $160,000 + Bonus

A specialist transportation defense firm is expanding its Atlanta team and looking for a litigation associate to handle high-exposure trucking and logistics disputes.

This role offers real ownership of cases, direct client contact with national carriers, and hands-on litigation experience far earlier than most mid-size defense platforms.

The Practice

This boutique focuses exclusively on transportation and trucking litigation, defending motor carriers, logistics companies, and insurers in complex liability matters.

Attorneys regularly handle:

• Catastrophic trucking accidents

• Cargo and logistics disputes

• Commercial transportation liability claims

• Multi-party negligence litigation

The Role

Associates take an active role in case strategy and litigation, including:

• Managing cases from inception through resolution

• Drafting motions, pleadings, and discovery

• Taking and defending depositions

• Working directly with carrier and logistics clients

• Supporting trial teams on high-value transportation cases

You’ll work closely with experienced trial lawyers in a lean team where associates are expected to take ownership early.

Ideal Background

• 3–5 years litigation experience

• Defense-side litigation background

• Ability to manage a caseload independently

• Strong writing, communication, and analytical skills

Helpful but not required:

• Transportation / trucking litigation experience

• Insurance defense or personal injury defense background

• Deposition or trial exposure

Why Lawyers Move Here

Specialized transportation litigation practice

Direct exposure to carrier clients and complex claims

Lean boutique environment with partner access

Clear opportunity to grow into senior litigation roles

Compensation

• Base salary up to $160,000

• Bonus potential

• 1,800 billable target

• Full benefits package

• Hybrid schedule (2–3 days in office)

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