Associate Attorney: Litigation & Strategic Counsel

Chartwell Law; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Associate attorney at Chartwell Law will manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, providing strategic legal counsel and representation in court, arbitrations, and depositions. This role requires exceptional research, drafting, and litigation skills, along with the ability to collaborate closely with partners and clients in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate demonstrates independence, strong communication, and a commitment to meeting a 1,950-hour annual billable

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a practice group preferred.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills required.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• File review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action.
• Extensive legal research and drafting of substantial briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs.
• Regularly representing clients in court, at arbitrations and in depositions.
• Drafting and responding to discovery requests.
• Expert witness retention and collaboration.
• Trial preparation and attendance.
• Collaborate closely with partners, clients, and stakeholders to deliver strategic and practical legal advice.
• Manage deadlines and assignments with ownership and independence.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting briefs

Oral advocacy

Client relations

Independent work

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

The Associate attorney at Chartwell Law will manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, providing strategic legal counsel and representation in court, arbitrations, and depositions. This role requires exceptional research, drafting, and litigation skills, along with the ability to collaborate closely with partners and clients in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate demonstrates independence, strong communication, and a commitment to meeting a 1,950-hour annual billable