Associate Attorney- Design Professional Defense Team (Construction/A&E)

Job description

The growing design professional defense team in the Atlanta office of Copeland, Stair, Valz & Lovell is seeking a Litigation Associate. Our team primarily represents Architects, Engineers, and other professionals in construction-related matters. This opportunity will provide the Associate with direct client contact and a hands-on role in moving the case forward. We are not working with search firms to fill this role.

Required Education & Professional Licensure:

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school.


• Active license to practice law in Georgia and good standing with the State of GA Bar.

Essential Job Requirements:

• 2 or more years of litigation experience in the civil defense arena is ideal but not required.


• Experience with insurance defense matters and meeting billing guidelines.


• Deposition and trial experience is an asset but not required.

What We Provide:

Competitive compensation package including pay, health benefits, 401k and paid leave.

About Us:

Copeland, Stair, Valz & Lovell LLP (CSVL) is a civil litigation defense law firm specializing in commercial, construction, healthcare, general liability, medical malpractice, professional liability, trucking & transportation, workers' compensation and more. We are committed to attracting and retaining attorneys and staff whose intelligence, achievement, character and judgment will inspire both colleagues and clients to have confidence in their advice and representation. CSVL currently has offices in Atlanta, Georgia, Charleston, South Carolina, and Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Atlanta, 30303

CSVL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Due to the expected high volume of applicants, we request no phone calls, and may not be able to send a personal response to each applicant.  We also request no calls or emails from Recruitment Partners or Staffing Agencies.