Attorney

Herman Jones LLP; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Herman Jones LLP, a nationally recognized law firm in Atlanta, seeks an on-site Attorney for a contract role to support complex litigation and advisory matters. You will draft pleadings, review contracts, perform labor and employment law research, and communicate with clients while collaborating with partners on strategy.

The position emphasizes practical legal advice, negotiations, and timely matter management in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment at the Atlanta office.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active bar membership (Georgia bar preferred or eligibility).
• Experience in labor and employment law and related regulatory frameworks.
• Strong research, negotiation, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review pleadings, motions, contracts, and policy documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on labor, employment, governance, and compliance issues.
• Prepare memoranda and client communications; provide practical legal advice.
• Participate in negotiations and collaborate on case strategy and matter management.
• Assist with fact development, document review, and hearings preparation; maintain organized files.

Skills

Labor & Employment Law

Legal Research

Negotiation

Contract Drafting

Regulatory Compliance

Written & Oral Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Georgia Bar Admission (or eligibility)

Tools

Westlaw/Lexis

Job description

Company Description

Herman Jones LLP is a nationally recognized law firm known for handling complex, high-stakes litigation. The firm’s attorneys and professionals bring deep experience in complex litigation, supporting clients with sophisticated regulatory and board-level issues. Herman Jones LLP also provides extensive counsel in securities, antitrust, class actions, and intellectual property, licensing, and technology law, helping businesses protect and leverage their innovations. In addition, the firm advises on venture capital matters, guiding clients through investment structures and growth strategies. This combination of litigation and transactional expertise offers attorneys exposure to diverse, challenging work across multiple practice areas.

Role Description

The Attorney will work on-site at the firm’s Atlanta, GA office in a contract role, supporting complex litigation and advisory matters. Day-to-day responsibilities include drafting and reviewing pleadings, motions, contracts, and policy documents; conducting legal research and analysis on issues related to labor and employment, corporate governance, and compliance; and preparing memoranda and client communications. The role involves providing practical legal advice to clients, participating in negotiations, and collaborating with partners and other team members on case strategy and matter management. The Attorney will also assist with fact development, document review, and preparation for hearings, mediations, and other proceedings, while maintaining organized case files and adhering to deadlines.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law, with demonstrated experience in Labor and Employment Law and related regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to provide clear and practical Legal Advice, including risk assessments and strategic recommendations to clients.
• Advanced Research skills for case law, statutes, regulations, and industry guidance.
• Effective Negotiation skills for settlement discussions, contract terms, and stakeholder alignment.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing (Georgia bar preferred or eligibility for admission).
• Experience with complex business litigation, corporate governance, or compliance matters is highly beneficial.
• Excellent written and oral communication, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an on-site team environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines.