
Associate Attorney at Carr Allison (Birmingham, AL)
Carr Allison· Birmingham, AL·
Job description
Carr Allison is a well-regarded civil litigation firm, boasting a team of over 150 attorneys across the Southeast. Our unique philosophy of “early identification – early resolution” has earned us decades of trust and respect from our clients. At Carr Allison, our success is fueled by the collective efforts of our team and we believe that an open-door policy is essential to our continued growth. We proudly champion teamwork, collaboration, and the pursuit of excellence as cornerstones of our firm's culture. Join a team where your growth is our priority and your work truly matters.
We are looking for an Associate Attorney to join a dynamic litigation team and contribute to a high-performing practice. This attorney will work on a diverse caseload and is ideal for someone who wants to actively litigate and is eager to grow within a collaborative environment that values responsiveness, adaptability, and strong communication skills.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a diverse caseload including products liability, medical malpractice, trucking/transportation, and general commercial litigation.
- Handle all aspects of litigation, including discovery, depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
- Draft pleadings, options, and other legal documents.
- Communicate regularly with clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel to ensure matters are progressing efficiently.
Qualifications:
- 2-3 years of litigation experience required.
- Strong interest in litigation and active case handling.
- Exceptional responsiveness and communication skills - accessibility and reliability are critical in this role.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
For more information, please reach out to Smith Busby at sbusby@carrallison.com. Be part of a firm that values your potential and empowers your success.
Why work at Carr Allison
- Culture & Growth: Described as a fast-growing firm where new lawyers are given genuine responsibilities (client contact, hearings, depositions, trials) from the start carrallison.com.
- Compensation & Benefits: Competitive pay relative to local markets; family health insurance, $100k life insurance, long-term disability, malpractice insurance, 401k/profit sharing (after one year), and all professional dues and CLE fees covered carrallison.com.
- Work Environment: Supportive structure with legal assistants and paralegals assigned to each associate; opportunity to collaborate across 13 offices.
- Remote/Hybrid Policy: Not explicitly stated; likely office-based given the firm's emphasis on court presence and client relationships.
- Diversity & Inclusion: Explicitly states "Equal Opportunity Employer" in all job postings carrallison.com.