Senior Attorney

Our growing firm is seeking a well-qualified senior attorney who can handle a heavy caseload, work independently, and zealously represent clients both in and out of court. To be considered, you should have solid trial experience and be willing to mentor our newer associates. Your excellent communication and writing skills will come in handy as you thoughtfully position clients toward favorable outcomes. Reach out to us today if this opportunity sounds ideal for you.

$165,000 - $190,000 + origination bonuses + performance incentives

• Supervise and mentor lower level attorneys in proper conflict resolution techniques
• Stay updated on changing applicable laws and statutes on the local, state, and federal levels
• Represent clients in court to argue motions during legal proceedings
• Get appropriate documents prepared, such as motions, pleadings, notices, and discovery requests and responses
• Anticipate, prepare for, and attend trials, mediation, and arbitration on behalf of clients

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Litigation Attorney, you will:

• Manage complex personal injury matters from intake through resolution
• Lead depositions, expert examinations, mediations, and motion practice
• Serve as first-chair in smaller trials or second-chair in complex jury trials
• Collaborate on trial themes and litigation strategy
• Mentor associates and litigation support staff

• Persuasive writing skills and verbal communication skills are critical, along with time management and interpersonal skills
• Prior experience representing clients in trials, mediation, and arbitration
• Admitted to local and state bar associations
• Able to work independently while handling multiple files
• 5 years of required experience as a senior associate in the legal field

Who We’re Looking For

A purpose-driven trial attorney with a demonstrated commitment to justice, client advocacy, and excellence in litigation.

Required Qualifications

• Active Georgia Bar license
• 7–10 years of personal injury litigation experience
• Minimum of five (5) jury trials with first-chair experience in smaller trials OR consistent second-chair experience in complex jury trials
• Leads depositions of key fact and expert witnesses
• Handles dispositive motions and evidentiary hearings with minimal input
• Begins to specialize in catastrophic injury, trucking, medical malpractice, or wrongful death
• Strategic thinker who can outline trial themes and case narratives
• Demonstrates confidence in mentoring associates and influencing team direction.
• Expands involvement in professional associations (e.g., GTLA, AAJ).
• Demonstrated experience managing cases independently
• Strong motion practice and deposition experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional bar admissions
• Appellate experience
• Demonstrated involvement in community, policy, or legal service initiatives

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Ample opportunities for bonuses
• Partnership track is available
• You will have the option to work at either the Decatur or Jonesboro office.

T. Madden & Associates P.C. (“TMAPC” or the “Firm”) is a personal injury law firm based in Atlanta, Decatur, and Jonesboro, Georgia. TMAPC specializes in personal injury cases, including motor vehicle and trucking accidents, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death. We are a diverse and dedicated team committed to providing exceptional legal services to clients while fostering a positive and collaborative work environment for our team.