Attorney

Pacer Group; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Wellness and employee support programs

Mental health resources

Retirement planning services

Job summary

Pacer Group in Atlanta, GA, seeks an experienced Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join its office. The candidate will handle labor and employment litigation from inception through resolution, with a focus on complex matters.

Candidates should have 6+ years' experience, strong research and writing, and the ability to manage case files independently while contributing to a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Georgia Bar admission in good standing.
• 6+ years of labor and employment law experience.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage a litigation caseload independently.
• Pre-trial and trial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of labor and employment litigation from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Handle discovery, including written discovery, depositions, and related proceedings.
• Develop litigation strategy and work toward favorable outcomes for clients.
• Participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal professionals on complex matters.
• Maintain responsibility for case management, deadlines, and overall litigation strategy.
• Provide effective legal advice and counsel to clients on labor and employment matters.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Job Title: Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Experience: 6+ Years

Work Arrangement: Hybrid / In-Office

Practice Area: Labor & Employment

Position Overview:

A well-established full-service law firm is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join its Atlanta, Georgia office.

The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of labor and employment experience and a strong background handling litigation matters, including matters from initial assessment through resolution. Candidates should have strong academic credentials, excellent legal research and writing skills, and the ability to independently manage case files.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse caseload of labor and employment litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Handle discovery, including written discovery, depositions, and related proceedings.
• Develop litigation strategy and work toward favorable outcomes for clients.
• Participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal professionals on complex matters.
• Maintain responsibility for case management, deadlines, and overall litigation strategy.
• Provide effective legal advice and counsel to clients on labor and employment matters.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active Georgia Bar admission and in good standing.
• 6+ years of labor and employment law experience.
• Strong general labor and employment litigation background.
• Pre-trial and trial experience preferred.
• Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload and case files.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to maintaining a collegial and professional work environment.

Practice & Client Experience:

The firm's legal team serves clients with local, national, and international legal needs across a variety of industries, including:

• Financial institutions
• Manufacturing
• Food and beverage
• Corporate and commercial businesses

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys and serve as a trusted legal advisor to sophisticated clients.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a highly regarded full-service law firm.
• Work alongside experienced Labor & Employment attorneys.
• Handle sophisticated and diverse litigation matters.
• Opportunity to take ownership of a growing litigation practice.
• Work with clients across a variety of industries.
• Collegial and professional working environment.
• Opportunity for continued professional and career development.

The compensation range is based on multiple factors, including education, professional experience, geographic location, skills and competencies, responsibilities, market considerations, and other business factors.

Featured benefits may include:

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Wellness and employee support programs
• Mental health resources
• Retirement planning services

EEOC Compliance:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

DISCLAIMER:

AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.