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Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP ยท 1 day ago

Associate Attorney

Freeman Mathis & Gary is a dynamic and growing 500+ lawyer national litigation firm, seeking an Associate Attorney with experience in handling Tort matters to join their Columbus, Ohio office. The role involves maintaining positive client contact, developing case strategies, and providing legal options to clients.

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Hiring Manager
Brandon Makely-Phillips
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Responsibilities

Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy
Prepare and respond to discovery
Take and defend depositions, draft motions and attend hearings
Explain legal options to clients and bringing possible outcomes or threats to their attention
Build relationships with clients
Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively

Qualification

Juris Doctor degreeTort law experienceMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookCritical thinkingNegotiation skillsPublic speakingOrganizedProblem solvingDetail oriented

Required

Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school
In good standing and able to practice law in the state of Ohio
Strong critical thinking skills and solid academic background
Strong sense of urgency about problem solving, meeting deadlines and achieving goals
Knowledgeable, attentive, and proactive
Excellent communicator, negotiator, public speaker, and problem solver
Self-motivated, and goal oriented with a track record of meeting billable hours goals
Inclined to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
Detail oriented, organized and effective
Professional and can get along with people; communicates well with staff
Computer skills: Microsoft Word and Outlook

Preferred

Experience with iManage and/or OneDrive a plus

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
Opportunity for growth and advancement within the Firm.
Speaking and writing opportunities.
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
Bar expenses paid by Firm.
HSA and FSA plans to help offset taxes for employees and dependents.
401K Plan.
Company provided life insurance up to $150k.
Company paid long-term disability coverage.
Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives.
Regular, firmwide socials and events.
Employee Assistance Program.

Company

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP

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Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP is a law firm operating in Georgia.