Associate - Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a team-oriented associate to join its Litigation group in Atlanta, Georgia. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation and a commitment to delivering exceptional legal services.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Represent clients in court and during depositions.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy and management.
• Communicate effectively with clients and opposing counsel.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a large law firm.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in Georgia.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Bonus opportunities.

This Vault-ranked firm has a client-first mindset, where attorneys are rewarded based on their listening and understanding their clients' goals, thinking creatively and aggressively to advance those goals, and obtaining the clients' ultimate success. Attorneys at this firm partner with members of the firm's affiliated businesses to provide comprehensive service to clients. These partnerships allow clients to access business consulting across a variety of disciplines. The attorneys truly work as one team to help their clients succeed. This modern, progressive firm boasts a highly respectful, transparent workplace culture, which fosters creativity, teamwork, inclusion, diversity, and service to clients and communities. This firm emphasizes significant investment in the communities where their attorneys live and practice. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.