Litigation Defense Attorney

Gpac is hiring a full-time Litigation Defense Attorney to join its expanding legal team in Sylvania, Lonoke County — a hands-on opportunity for a licensed attorney ready to build a meaningful defense practice inside a collaborative, growth-focused firm.

About the Role

This position is designed for a civil litigator who wants consistent courtroom exposure and genuine professional development. You'll carry civil defense matters across all phases — from the moment a complaint lands through pre-trial motions and, where necessary, trial itself. The team is growing, the caseload is real, and the environment is built around mentorship rather than sink-or-swim.

What You'll Do

• Handle a portfolio of civil litigation defense cases with day-to-day autonomy
• Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
• Conduct depositions, witness interviews, and factual investigations
• Develop case strategy and prepare clients for hearings and trial
• Argue motions before the court and, when cases proceed to trial, serve as lead or supporting trial counsel
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to meet filing deadlines and client expectations
• Maintain thorough, organized case files and billing records

What We're Looking For

• Active bar license in good standing (Arkansas bar admission or eligibility to waive in is expected for this Lonoke County–area role)
• Minimum 2 years of civil litigation experience — defense-side background is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload independently from initial filing through trial preparation
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Detail-oriented approach to case management and client communication
• Team-first mindset and comfort working in a collaborative, supportive setting

About Gpac

Gpac is a nationally recognized professional recruiting firm that partners directly with law firms and legal employers across the United States. When you apply through Gpac, you gain a recruiter advocate who understands the legal market, knows this client's culture, and can speak candidly about fit — making the hiring process faster and more transparent for attorneys at every career stage. Gpac works with firms that invest in their people, and this Litigation Defense Attorney opening in Sylvania, Lonoke County reflects that commitment.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply directly through this listing. A Gpac legal recruiting specialist will review your background and reach out to discuss the role, the firm, and next steps — typically within a short turnaround. If you're an attorney with civil litigation defense experience searching for your next opportunity in Lonoke County or the greater central Arkansas region, this full-time position is worth a close look.