Associate - Employment - Atlanta, GA - $160K

We Are Legal Revolution; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 144,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus for hours over target

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Partnership potential

Job summary

We Are Legal Revolution in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate for a fully remote role. You will handle employment and commercial litigation matters, appear in hearings, take and defend depositions, and draft persuasive briefs and pleadings.

The firm offers a sustainable target of 1,500 billable hours with bonus eligibility above that threshold, strong partner mentorship, long‑term partnership potential, and a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Active Georgia Bar admission and civil litigation experience required.
• Private-practice experience preferred with hearings and depositions experience.
• Strong research, writing and advocacy skills are essential.
• Desire for long-term development and potential partnership.

Responsibilities

• Handle employment and commercial litigation matters.
• Appear in court for hearings and other proceedings.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft persuasive briefs, motions and pleadings.
• Manage discovery and contribute to litigation strategy.
• Work directly with partners on case management and client advice.

Skills

Georgia Bar

Civil litigation experience

Private-practice experience

Hearings and depositions

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy skills

Long-term development

Employment or commercial litigation

Job description

Employment Litigation Associate - Atlanta, GA (Remote) – Up to $160k Base + Bonus

Location/Schedule: Atlanta, GA – Fully Remote

Practice: Employment, Commercial and General Civil Litigation

What stands out about this opportunity:

• Only 1,500 Billable Hours – Enjoy a considerably more sustainable target than most litigation firms, with bonus eligibility beginning once you exceed 1,500 hours.
• Both Plaintiff and Defense Work – Gain experience representing individuals and businesses, providing a valuable perspective from both sides of litigation.
• Direct Partner Mentorship – Work closely with highly experienced litigators, including an employment partner with more than 30 years of experience handling nationwide disputes, arbitrations and class actions.
• Genuine Long-Term Progression – Partnership opportunities are available based on performance, profitability, business development and overall contribution to the firm.

The Role:

• Handle employment and commercial litigation matters.
• Appear in court for hearings and other proceedings.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft persuasive briefs, motions and pleadings.
• Manage discovery and contribute to litigation strategy.
• Work directly with partners on case management and client advice.

Core Requirements:

• Active Georgia Bar admission.
• Approximately 2–5 years of civil litigation experience.
• Previous private-practice law firm experience.
• Experience with hearings, depositions, discovery and substantive drafting.
• Strong research, writing and advocacy skills.
• Stable employment history and interest in long-term development.
• Employment or commercial litigation experience is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Bonus eligibility for billable hours above the 1,500-hour target.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with approximately 4% employer contribution.
• Long-term partnership potential.

If you are looking for hands‑on litigation experience, direct partner mentorship and a significantly more sustainable billable target, let’s have a confidential conversation.

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