Associate Attorney

North Georgia Family Lawyers and Legal Defense LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

North Georgia Family Lawyers and Legal Defense LLC is seeking an experienced senior attorney to advocate for clients and manage a litigation-focused family law caseload. Candidates should possess a 4-year bachelor's degree and a 3-year law degree, along with at least 5 years of trial experience and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities include supervising lower-level attorneys, preparing legal documents, and maintaining accurate timekeeping in the firm's case management system. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $120,000 to $135,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a senior associate attorney.
• Active member in good standing with local and state bar associations.
• Demonstrated courtroom experience in family law.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for clients and implement legal support plans.
• Supervise and mentor lower-level attorneys.
• Manage a litigation-forward family law caseload.

Skills

Trial experience

Interpersonal skills

Persuasive writing

Time management

Legal analysis

Education

4-year bachelor's degree

3-year law degree from an accredited law school

Job description

We are looking for an experienced senior attorney to help our clients achieve favorable outcomes with legal matters. You will advocate for clients, advise them on the best course of action, and implement their legal support plan. You should have previous trial experience, be able to manage a heavy caseload, and use your general counsel experience and interpersonal skills to mentor our lower-level associates to ensure a continued legacy of prosperity. If this sounds like an opportunity that is ideal for you, please contact us today. Responsibilities: • Perform research, draft briefs, pleadings, and motions • Supervise and mentor lower level attorneys in proper conflict resolution techniques • Prepare legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, notices, and discovery requests/responses • Represent clients in court to argue motions during legal proceedings • Keep apprised of changes to local, state, and federal statutes and laws • Assist with the discovery process by conducting depositions, issuing interrogatories and requests for the production of documents, and reviewing discovery requests, responses, and responsive discovery materials. • Manage a litigation-forward family law caseload from early case strategy through resolution. • Draft and file pleadings, motions, and discovery; analyze evidence and prepare litigation plans. • Prepare for and appear at hearings, temporary hearings, mediations, and trials. • Take and defend depositions; manage discovery disputes and motion practice. • Advise clients on legal strategy, likely outcomes, and next steps with clear, timely communication. • Collaborate with the firm’s intake and operations team to maintain strong case momentum. • Maintain accurate timekeeping and documentation in the firm’s case management system. • Negotiate client-focused resolutions and settlements. Qualifications: • Work independently while handling a heavy caseload • Completion of a 4-year bachelor’s degree, as well as 3-year law degree from an accredited law school • Active member in good standing with local and state bar associations • At least 5 years of experience working as a senior associate attorney • Excellent time management and interpersonal skills are required, as well as persuasive writing and verbal communication skills • Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia. • 1–5 years of litigation experience , with meaningful exposure to family law. • Demonstrated courtroom experience (hearings, contested matters, motion practice). • Strong writing and legal analysis skills (motions, briefs, discovery). • High client-service standards: responsive, professional, emotionally intelligent. • Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize tasks, and work a case plan. Compensation: $120,000 - $135,000

• Assist with the discovery process by conducting depositions, issuing interrogatories and requests for the production of documents, and reviewing discovery requests, responses, and responsive discovery materials. • Manage a litigation-forward family law caseload from early case strategy through resolution. • Draft and file pleadings, motions, and discovery; analyze evidence and prepare litigation plans. • Prepare for and appear at hearings, temporary hearings, mediations, and trials. • Take and defend depositions; manage discovery disputes and motion practice. • Advise clients on legal strategy, likely outcomes, and next steps with clear, timely communication. • Collaborate with the firm’s intake and operations team to maintain strong case momentum. • Maintain accurate timekeeping and documentation in the firm’s case management system. • Negotiate client-focused resolutions and settlements.

Compensation:
$120,000-$135,000 per year