Associate Attorney needed for Marietta office

Job Overview

A prominent law firm is currently seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to manage estate and trust litigation cases, as well as estate administration matters. The ideal candidate will possess a strong civil litigation background and demonstrate exceptional problem-solving and client advocacy skills. This role offers a supportive, team-focused environment with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on families during sensitive legal processes. Business development is not required, allowing attorneys to focus entirely on practicing law.

Location

• Marietta, Georgia

Duties

• Handle fiduciary litigation involving estates and trusts

• Manage estate administration cases from start to finish

• Develop and implement litigation strategies independently

• Navigate complex legal matters and offer creative legal solutions

• Provide empathetic yet professional communication with clients dealing with emotionally sensitive situations

• Collaborate with a positive, team-oriented group of legal professionals

• Participate in a structured growth and development program for litigation attorneys

• Work a flexible schedule with reasonable billable hour requirements (1,550 annual hours)

Requirements

• Active license to practice law in the state of Georgia

• Minimum of 5 years of legal practice; 10+ years preferred

• At least 5 years of civil litigation experience required

• Ability to manage litigation matters independently

• Strong interpersonal and client management skills

• High emotional intelligence with the ability to maintain professional detachment in emotionally charged cases

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Georgia State Bar license in good standing

Skills

• Excellent writing and legal research skills

• Strong independent judgment and analytical abilities

• Creative problem-solving under pressure

• Detail-oriented and highly organized

• Goal-driven with a results-oriented mindset

• Strong customer service orientation

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Flexible schedule and work-from-home options

• Generous paid time off (PTO) policy

• Supportive and inclusive firm culture with long-term career development

This Georgia law firm specializes in handling probate cases. Their areas of practice include estate administration, estate disputes and litigation, trust administration, out of state probate, and trust disputes and litigation. The firm is located in Marietta, GA.