Associate Attorney

Hall Booth Smith, P.C; Columbus (GA); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Job summary

Hall Booth Smith, P.C. is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Litigation Practice in Columbus, GA, with the option to work from the Atlanta office. The role supports a partner, engages in case strategy, and develops firm clients.

Candidates should have civil litigation experience or internships, be an active Georgia Bar member, and demonstrate strong research, writing, and communication skills. The firm offers a competitive starting salary and bonuses plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Active Georgia Bar member in good standing.
• Civil litigation experience or internships/clerkships for new graduates.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent and defend clients in hearings, trials, and depositions in complex civil litigation and appellate matters.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, briefs, and discovery responses.
• Communicate case updates and assist in developing litigation strategy.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal research

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Georgia Bar admission

Job description

Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their thriving Litigation Practice, this role will support a partner in the Columbus, GA office with the option to work from the Atlanta, GA office. This is an opportunity to join a growing team and office, work and collaborate with experienced litigators, participate in case strategy and development, and interact with and develop firm clients.

Responsibilities:

• Represent and defend clients in hearings, trials, and depositions in complex civil litigation and appellate matters
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, prepare legal documents/appellate briefs, and prepare and respond to discovery
• Effectively communicate on cases, providing consistent updates and assist in developing legal strategy and advice
• Collaborate closely with partners, associates, and other team members in building and executing successful defense strategies

Qualifications:

• Civil litigation experience, or internships/clerkships for new graduates
• Must be an active member in good standing with the Georgia Bar
• Writing briefs, memoranda and reports
• Motivated in attending trial and applying litigation skills
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Eagerness and ability to contribute to litigation strategies, be a strategic and complex thinker, and work collaboratively with attorneys and clients in managing cases

Compensation:

Salary starting at $125,000, commensurate with experience, plus two bonus structures and a comprehensive benefits package.

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