Senior Associate Attorney- 3541507

AMS Staffing Inc.
New Orleans, LA

Please connect with me on LinkedIn as well @Brigitte (Briceida) Nash (formerly Talley)


Job Title: Senior Associate Attorney

Location: New Orleans LA 70163

Salary/Payrate: $110K-$140K annually), bonus and AWESOME benefits!!!

Work Environment: 100% Onsite

Term: Permanent / Fulltime

JD degree required: YES

Admitted to LA Bar required: YES

Minimum Billable hour: 2,000

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired


JOB DESCRIPTION

This role offers the opportunity to handle complex maritime, energy, and general casualty litigation for long-standing domestic and international clients. The position is well-suited for a litigation-focused attorney seeking meaningful responsibility, courtroom exposure, and long-term growth within a collaborative, trial-driven practice.


Responsibilities include:

  • Handling maritime, energy, and general casualty litigation matters from inception through resolution
  • Leading motion practice, discovery strategy, depositions, and overall case management
  • Appearing in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, as appropriate
  • Working directly with national and international clients, including major insurers and underwriters
  • Collaborating closely with experienced trial attorneys in a fast-paced team environment


Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of substantial litigation experience (Maritime OR Insurance Defense)
  • Strong background in motion practice, discovery management, and depositions
  • Trial and courtroom experience preferred, but not required
  • Experience with maritime, energy, insurance defense, or general casualty litigation is a plus
  • Licensed to practice law in Louisiana
  • Excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills
  • Ability to manage matters independently while contributing to a team