Litigation Attorney, Tennessee

About the role

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The Opportunity

As TopDog Law scales its state-centric litigation pods nationally, we need an experienced Litigation Attorney to own a Tennessee litigation docket from filing through resolution. This role is critical to maintaining case velocity and settlement quality as our Tennessee litigation team grows, ensuring every matter on their docket is litigation-ready, every deadline is met, and every client gets an outcome that reflects real advocacy, not just volume. You'll be a key contributor to our Tennessee litigation bench as we invest in state-level ownership and accountability.

What You Will Own

• Manage an assigned docket of Tennessee personal injury litigation matters from filing through trial or settlement
• Develop and execute litigation strategy on each file, including discovery, motion practice, depositions, and mediation/trial prep
• Partner with pre-litigation attorneys and paralegals to ensure smooth, well-documented handoffs into litigation
• Evaluate case value and negotiate settlements with a strong understanding of Tennessee carrier behavior and liability standards
• Direct case strategy in partnership with paralegal support handling procedural compliance, filings, and deadline tracking
• Provide clear, timely case status updates and collaborate with firm leadership on caseload and pod performance
• Identify strategic or file-quality gaps and help refine Tennessee litigation workflows as the team scales

What You Bring

• Required: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Active admission to the Tennessee Bar
• 5 - 10 years of experience in Personal Injury law
• Strong communication, negotiation, research, and writing skills

Ability to manage a robust case load independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

• Knowledge of Tennessee laws, regulations, and procedures required
• Must be located in or near the State of Tennessee
• Strong communication skills—written and verbal

Ability to think critically, prioritize effectively, and execute with speed

Preferred (Nice to Have)

• Active Admission to one or more districts of Tennessee Federal Court
• Experience in a fast-growing or high-volume environment
• Comfort with ambiguity and evolving systems

Experience in legal, professional services, or client-centric organizations

Who Thrives Here (Core Values)

• We don't hire on resumes alone. We hire for competence, character, and mindset.
• Embrace Change: Open to feedback, embracing change, and always asking "what's next?"
• Committed: You care deeply, have your teammates' backs, and show up to build something lasting.
• No-Ego Energy: Positive, professional, and solutions-oriented. Drama stays at the door.
• Ownership: You do what you say, follow through, and treat the business like it's yours.
• Fast & Hungry: You move with urgency, thrive under high expectations, and are motivated by growth and impact.

Base Salary

$149,500 to $206,100 per year, commensurate with experience (Remote, Tennessee)

Eligible for performance-based bonus

Our job postings reflect the compensation range for the specific market and location of each role. Ranges vary by geography based on local market rates and cost of labor.

Benefits include

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, HSA, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and parental leave.