Associate Attorney

Law Office of Cameron Hawkins; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Law Office of Cameron Hawkins in Atlanta, GA is hiring a Junior Associate Attorney to grow litigation experience across civil, personal injury, business and nonprofit matters. You will work with senior attorneys, conduct research, draft briefs, and manage cases while building client relationships.

A strong writer with practical judgment is preferred, with opportunities to contribute to case strategy and to develop skills across multiple practice areas in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Georgia Bar license in good standing.
• 3–5 years of relevant legal experience in civil litigation or related areas.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare motions, briefs, and pleadings.
• Support civil litigation matters across discovery, document review, and deposition prep.
• Prepare clients for depositions and hearings with senior attorneys.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Review contracts and corporate documents as part of matters.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Active Georgia Bar license

Tools

Westlaw/LexisNexis

Job description

Position Overview

Now Hiring: Junior Associate Attorney

Location: Atlanta, GAJob Type: Full-TimeSalary Range: $120,000–$150,000, depending on experiencePractice Areas: Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Business & Commercial Litigation, Nonprofit Law, and General Counsel Services

About the Opportunity

Are you an attorney looking to grow your litigation experience while working across a diverse range of legal matters? We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Associate Attorney to join our legal team in Atlanta, Georgia.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior attorneys on a variety of matters, including civil litigation, personal injury, business and commercial disputes, nonprofit representation, and general counsel services. The ideal candidate is a strong legal researcher and writer who exercises sound judgment, communicates effectively with clients, and takes ownership of assigned matters.

If you enjoy solving complex legal challenges, building client relationships, and developing your skills across multiple practice areas, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution while advancing your legal career.

Key Responsibilities

• Legal Research & Writing: Conduct legal research on Georgia law and applicable federal law, and prepare motions, briefs, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and legal correspondence.

• Litigation Support & Case Management: Manage assigned matters and support all phases of civil litigation, including discovery, document review, productions, exhibit preparation, and deposition preparation.

• Court & Litigation Preparation: Prepare clients for depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances. Attend hearings, depositions, and other legal proceedings alongside senior attorneys or independently, as appropriate.

• Client Communication: Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other legal professionals while providing responsive, client-focused service.

• Business & Corporate Matters: Review commercial contracts, corporate governance documents, nonprofit policies, and related legal materials.

• Case Strategy: Collaborate with senior attorneys on litigation strategy, case evaluation, legal analysis, and preparation for negotiations and proceedings.

• File & Deadline Management: Maintain organized case files, accurate timekeeping records, detailed case notes, and compliance with court deadlines and other legal requirements.

• Team Collaboration: Work effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative support staff, providing guidance and direction when appropriate.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Active Georgia Bar license in good standing.

• 3–5 years of relevant legal experience, preferably involving civil litigation, personal injury, commercial litigation, business law, or related practice areas.

• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency with Westlaw, LexisNexis, or comparable legal research platforms.

• Working knowledge of litigation procedures, discovery, pleadings, and case preparation.

• Ability to manage multiple matters, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.

• Strong organizational skills, professional judgment, and problem‑solving abilities.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients and handle sensitive information with discretion.

• A collaborative, proactive approach and a commitment to delivering high‑quality, client‑centered legal services.

Why Join Our Team?

This is an opportunity to build on your legal experience while gaining exposure to a broad range of practice areas and meaningful client matters.

As a Junior Associate Attorney, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work directly with experienced attorneys on substantive legal matters.

• Develop your litigation, legal research, writing, and case‑management skills.

• Gain exposure to civil litigation, personal injury, commercial disputes, nonprofit representation, and general counsel services.

• Build client relationships and take increasing ownership of assigned matters.

• Contribute to case strategy and collaborate with a legal team committed to quality representation.

Compensation: $120,000–$150,000, depending on experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fair and equitable employment practices. All employment decisions are based on job‑related qualifications, business needs, and applicable law. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Pay Range

USD $120,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.