Civil Defense Litigation Attorney- 3701719

AMS Staffing • Columbus, OH

3d • $150,000 - $190,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

AMS Staffing is partnering with an established litigation law firm seeking an experienced Civil Defense Litigation Attorney for its Columbus, Ohio, or Toledo, Ohio, office. The firm handles trucking and transportation defense, automobile liability, premises liability, and general civil litigation. The role offers substantive case responsibility, partner mentorship, and a collaborative work environment that values autonomy and professional judgment.

The attorney will manage civil defense matters from inception through resolution, independently handling assigned cases while collaborating with partners and other attorneys on complex matters. The position is direct hire, permanent, full-time, and hybrid. The stated annual salary range is $150,000–$190,000, depending on experience. Benefits and bonus eligibility are to be confirmed with the client.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active Ohio or Michigan bar admission, depending on office location.
• Substantive civil litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense, transportation defense, automobile liability, or premises liability.
• Experience handling depositions, discovery, motions, and case management.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to independently manage litigation matters and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience defending trucking and transportation companies, commercial fleets, or rental-car companies.
• Experience handling high-exposure or complex liability claims.
• Prior insurance defense or general liability defense experience.
• Courtroom, mediation, arbitration, or trial experience.
• Dual Ohio and Michigan bar admission.
• Ability to mentor junior associates.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil defense litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Handle trucking, transportation, fleet, rental-car, premises liability, and other general liability matters.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, discovery requests and responses, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct and defend depositions, including those of fact and expert witnesses.
• Develop case strategies and evaluate liability, damages, and potential exposure.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding case developments and litigation strategies.
• Collaborate with partners and other attorneys on complex matters while independently managing assigned responsibilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Partner mentorship and professional development.
• Opportunities for long-term advancement, including potential non-equity partnership.
• Benefits and bonus eligibility to be confirmed with the client.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree