Associate - Labor & Employment

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with 3-7 years of experience to join its Atlanta, Georgia office as part of the Labor and Employment team. The team advises public and private companies, senior executives, and management on employment laws, restrictive covenants, litigation, executive compensation, and contract negotiations. The role involves a mix of litigation, counseling, and transactional work.

Duties

• Engage in commercial and employment litigation.
• Conduct legal research and develop case facts.
• Prepare for depositions and manage discovery processes.
• Draft motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Review and negotiate employment-related agreements.

Requirements

• 3-7 years of experience in commercial or employment litigation.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting legal documents.
• Experience with employment agreements and due diligence is a plus.
• Am Law 100 experience is preferred.
• Admission to practice in Georgia or eligibility to waive into the Georgia Bar.

Education

• J.D. from a nationally recognized and accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Georgia Bar or eligibility to waive in.

Skills

• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• Strong legal research and persuasive writing abilities.
• Ability to manage a fast-paced workload effectively.
• Professional judgment and client service focus.

Benefits

• Path to partnership.
• Substantive work with national clients.
• Professional development and mentorship.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

A preeminent firm with excellent name recognition and clout, this firm has been involved in many high-stakes, high-profile suits over the last few decades. Defying easy categorizations, though, associates at this firm also praise its commitment to work-life balance and the respectful mentorship delivered from senior partners. Additionally, this firm makes a strong showing in the of-the-moment privacy and data security arena, making it an excellent destination for those interested in this in-demand field.