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Fields Howell LLP ยท 2 days ago

Legal Assistant

Fields Howell LLP is a premier boutique law firm specializing in insurance and reinsurance. They are seeking a Mid-Level Associate Attorney to work on litigated and non-litigated disputes, providing coverage and defense counsel for insurers and their insureds.

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Hiring Manager
Bethany J.
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Responsibilities

Work closely with partners across all phases of litigated and non-litigated disputes
Pre-suit claims investigation and advice
Case evaluation and reporting
Discovery and depositions
Trial and alternative dispute resolution
Appeal
Advise international and domestic insurers in first- and third-party coverage disputes
Represent their insureds in lawsuits involving business and contractual disputes
Premises liability
Products liability
Professional errors and omissions
Trucking liability
Supervise and assist more-junior attorneys
Receive guidance and training from more-senior attorneys

Qualification

Litigation experienceLegal researchLegal writingJ.D.Admission to practice in GeorgiaAttention to detailInterpersonal skills

Required

3-5+ years of experience as an attorney in a law firm or clerkship
Excellent legal research and writing skills
Strong attention to detail
Superb interpersonal skills
J.D. is required
Must be admitted to practice in Georgia

Preferred

Litigation experience, preferably involving insurance coverage issues

Benefits

401(k) safe harbor contribution
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Professional development assistance
Annual and quarterly bonus opportunities
Parental Leave

Company

Fields Howell LLP

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In 2004, four partners stepped away from a large law firm with the belief that there was a better way to serve insurance clients.

H1B Sponsorship

Fields Howell LLP has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Ann Kirk
Partner
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Bob McLaughlin
Partner
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