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Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP · 1 week ago

Defense Litigation Associate

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$125K/yr - $150K/yr

1+ years exp

Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP is a national defense litigation firm seeking a Defense Litigation Associate in Atlanta. The role involves handling various stages of litigation, including case analysis, legal research, client meetings, and trial preparation as part of a dynamic team of attorneys.

ConsultingLegal

Responsibilities

Analyzing and summarizing legal documents

Researching, both legal and of people, businesses, and worksites

Evaluating cases and strategically developing defenses

Conducting client meetings and recommending strategies

Investigating facts, planning, preparing and conducting depositions

Preparing and arguing motions

Conducting hearings and mediations

Preparing witnesses and corporate representatives

Briefing at trial and appellate courts

Thinking analytically

Writing defense mediation summaries

Qualification

Defense litigation experienceLegal research skillsAnalytical thinkingClient-focused mentalityWriting skillsInterpret financial recordsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsSelf-starterWork independently

Required

Actively licensed and in good standing with the State of Georgia

Critical thinking and research skills

Strong writing, analytical, and communications skills with superior attention to detail

1-5 years' experience in defense litigation; solid insurance defense experience with professional liability and/or coverage litigation experience a plus

Ability to thrive in a high-paced environment, requiring exceptional organizational skills, juggling priorities, and adhering to strict deadlines

Must be a self-starter who can handle multiple projects with competing priorities and understand the importance of deadlines

Client-focused mentality

Take initiative and welcome challenges

Ability to work flexibly and independently within a strong team

Ability to review and interpret financial records is a plus

Benefits

Hybrid in Atlanta work arrangement

Exposure to extremely varied types of work

Significant client interface opportunities

Mentorship by experienced partners

Camaraderie through work and social activities with local and national attorneys of the firm

Allowance for CLE travel and bar expenses paid by the firm

Marketing allowance

401K plan

Health & welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision

HSA and FSA plans

Company provided life insurance up to $150k with additional guaranteed issue life insurance available

Company paid long-term disability coverage and available short-term disability coverage

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Company

Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP

Hawkins Parnell & Young is a national defense litigation firm that has represented many of the largest and most well-known companies in high-risk litigation and business disputes.

Founded in 1963

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

201-500 employees