Associate Attorney

Carothers & Mitchell; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Continuing legal education support

Professional growth and partnership track opportunities

Job summary

Carothers & Mitchell, a busy small law firm in Buford, Georgia, is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney with 3–5 years of litigation experience. The ideal candidate is trial-ready, client-focused, and able to manage cases from intake through trial. Responsibilities include handling civil litigation matters, drafting legal documents, conducting research, and collaborating with team members. This role offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, health insurance, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of litigation experience preferred, including insurance defense, civil rights, land use, or personal injury.
• Courtroom experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle civil litigation matters including discovery, motion practice, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Draft pleadings, briefs, settlement documents, and correspondence.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda.
• Manage client communications and case strategy.
• Collaborate with partners and staff on case development.

Skills

Strong written and oral advocacy skills

Ability to handle a high-volume caseload

Excellent research skills

Client management skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active state bar admission

Job description

Job Description

Associate Attorney — Litigation (3–5 years)

Carothers & Mitchell is a busy small law firm seeking an experienced Associate Attorney with 3–5 years of litigation experience (preferred). Ideal candidates are trial‑ready, client‑focused, and able to manage cases from intake through trial.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle civil litigation matters: discovery, motion practice, hearings, and trial preparation
• Draft pleadings, briefs, settlement documents, and correspondence
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda
• Manage client communications and case strategy
• Collaborate with partners and staff on case development

Required Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active state bar admission
• 3–5 years litigation experience preferred (insurance defense, civil rights, land use, or personal injury experience valued)
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills; courtroom experience a plus
• Ability to handle a high‑volume caseload and meet deadlines
• Excellent research, organization, and client‑management skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Bonus potential
• Health, dental, vision insurance; paid time off; continuing legal education support
• Professional growth and partnership track opportunities