Associate Attorney

Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Plan

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Short and Long-Term Disability

Parental Leave

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is looking for a 2-4 year associate to join their litigation team. The role involves comprehensive case work from investigation to trial, requiring an active Bar License and strong academic credentials. Responsibilities include trial preparation, legal research, and drafting documents. The position offers a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Actively licensed and in good standing with a state bar.
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• 2-4 years’ experience in defense litigation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for trials including strategy discussions and discovery.
• Conduct legal and factual research.
• Draft briefs, memos, and client updates.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and mediations.

Skills

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Client-focused mentality

Self-starter

Education

Active Bar License

Excellent academic credentials

Job description

Great opportunity for a 2‑4 year associate to join a nationally renowned law firm. If you are looking for the challenge of varied and complex litigation working alongside top litigators, Hawkins Parnell & Young LLP is the place for you. At HPY, you will be immersed in all stages of cases from pre‑suit claim investigation to trial and appeal as part of a team of seasoned attorneys. The successful candidate must have an active Bar License, strong academic credentials, and willingness to learn and gain trial experience from a dedicated and successful litigation team. This opportunity offers a broad experience base to talented attorneys who wish to join a success‑driven, vibrant team.

HPY offers a competitive salary complemented by a full, comprehensive benefits package including Medical Insurance, Vision Plan, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, 401(k), Short and Long‑Term Disability, Parental Leave and Profit Sharing.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Trial preparation, including strategy discussion, discovery, records review, client interviews and witness preparation
• Research, both legal and of people, businesses, and worksites
• Drafting of briefs, memos, and client updates
• Attendance at depositions, hearings, and/or mediations

Skills and Educational Requirements

• Actively licensed and in good standing with a state bar; multiple bar licenses are a plus but not mandatory
• Excellent academic credentials and strong writing, analytical, and communications skills
• 2‑4 years’ experience in defense litigation. Product liability or toxic tort litigation 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
• Takes initiatives and welcomes challenges
• Ability to work flexibly and independently within a strong team

*Active Bar License Required

Hawkins Parnell & Young is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer