Job Overview:

A law firm in Macon, GA, seeks a skilled and experienced Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of practice. The ideal candidate will be crucial in handling discovery, initial claim pleadings, motions, and depositions related to workers' compensation cases. The firm values academic excellence, strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. This role requires an individual who is a self-starter, capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team.

Job Details:

Duties:

• Draft and respond to discovery requests in workers' compensation cases.
• Prepare initial claim pleadings and respond to the same.
• Draft and argue motions related to workers' compensation matters.
• Take and defend depositions in connection with workers' compensation claims.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic work environment.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in the practice of law.
• Significant experience in Georgia workers' compensation law is preferred.
• Excellent academic credentials, demonstrating a strong legal foundation.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active admission to practice in the State of Georgia.
• Good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.

Skills:

• Proficient in drafting legal documents and pleadings.
• Strong oral advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative legal team.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced legal environment.

Job Location:

• Macon, GA

Attorneys at this growing and vibrant 70-year-old firm specialize in work-related issues nationwide. They represent not only big corporations but also government agencies. The firm obtains the highest levels of success for their clients. Their lawyers from diverse backgrounds bring innovative ideas to solving legal issues. This firm attracts high-quality candidates who understand clients' needs and the firm's mission as well as the younger generation who receive mentorship and guidance.