Job Description

Atlanta office is seeking a litigation associate with 1-3 years of previous litigation experience in taking depositions, conducting discovery, reporting to clients, writing motions and appearing in court.

This is a wonderful opportunity for a motivated associate with civil defense litigation experience and exceptional written, organizational, communication and educational skills to be part of a team which handles general liability, premises liability and security, construction, trucking, product liability, and contracts cases in both state and federal courts.

The Firm

This is a small litigation firm that provides superior legal representation in a casual and client-centered environment. We value talented employees who choose to grow with our firm. In exchange for excellent work product, we provide opportunities for growth, education, and advancement that few firms can provide.

The Position

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and prefer top 30% of the class, or other exceptional academic achievements
• Admitted to practice in the state of Georgia
• 1-3 years of civil defense litigation experience
• Superior communication, writing, and research skills

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from intake to conclusion
• Represent clients in premises liability, dram shop, products, and construction litigation
• Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects
• Regularly handle court appearances, depositions, and mediations
• Communicate regularly with clients and provide defense plans and status reports

Why Should You Apply?

• Excellent training and mentoring
• Professional development programs including in-house CLE and Trial Academy experience
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $122,000.00 - $147,000.00 per year (comprised of base, plus hours bonus)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

License/Certification:

• Georgia Bar License (Required)

Work Location: In person

We are a small, hands-on, litigation firm. We respect and work well with one another and love the challenge of litigation. We understand that law schools produce law students, not seasoned trial lawyers. And that's where we come in. Our lawyers work well together to provide seasoned and insightful strategies for our clients. It's all about our teamwork that makes us successful.