Litigation Attorney

Poole Huffman; Tucker (GA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Insurance Benefits

Matching 401k

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Poole Huffman, a Georgia boutique litigation firm, seeks a Business Litigation Attorney to handle sophisticated commercial disputes. The role offers autonomy, direct client engagement, and opportunities to grow the firm’s business litigation practice.

The ideal candidate will combine strong litigation skills with sound business judgment and a genuine interest in developing long-term client relationships. 3+ years of relevant experience and Georgia Bar admission are required.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the Georgia Bar in good standing.
• 3+ years of experience in business, commercial, or complex civil litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex business and commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Develop case strategies and provide practical, business-focused legal advice to clients.
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, hearings, arbitrations, and trials.
• Handle matters involving breach of contract, business torts, fraud, fiduciary duties, partnership/shareholder disputes, real estate, and other commercial conflicts.
• Conduct and oversee legal research, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Communicate directly with business owners, executives, investors, and other sophisticated decision-makers.
• Assess legal, financial, operational, and reputational risks and provide actionable recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to resolve disputes efficiently while maintaining a strong position for litigation.
• Build and maintain long‑term client relationships and become a trusted advisor beyond individual matters.

Skills

Litigation skills

Negotiation

Client relations

Business judgment

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Georgia Bar admission

Job description

About Us:

Poole Huffman has been in business since 2009.We are a boutique law firm representing Georgia businesses in litigation involving business law, contracts, real estate, commercial debt collection, judgment collection, creditors' rights, employment matters.

Our Mission and Vision:

Poole Huffman is a litigation boutique of tenacious, accessible, and responsive counselors who understand your business and craft practical solutions to resolve unease, financial pressure, or emotional stress.

By 2030, be the firm 500 business owners trust for $1 Million+ matters, driven by 50 exceptional attorneys generating $40 Million annually and united by a culture that inspires fierce advocacy and meaningful impact.Be the lawyer you would hire to fight for you.

Benefits:

Competitive Compensation, Insurance Benefits, Matching 401k, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays

Position Overview:

Poole Huffman is seeking a Business Litigation Attorney to handle sophisticated, high-stakes commercial disputes while serving as a trusted advisor to business owners, executives, and other decision-makers. This attorney will have meaningful autonomy over matters, work directly with clients, and contribute to the growth of the firm's business litigation practice. The ideal candidate combines strong litigation skills with sound business judgment, entrepreneurial instincts, and a genuine interest in developing long-term client relationships.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage complex business and commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Develop case strategies and provide practical, business-focused legal advice to clients.
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, hearings, arbitrations, and trials.
• Handle matters involving breach of contract, business torts, fraud, fiduciary duties, partnership/shareholder disputes, real estate, and other commercial conflicts.
• Conduct and oversee legal research, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Communicate directly with business owners, executives, investors, and other sophisticated decision-makers.
• Assess legal, financial, operational, and reputational risks and provide actionable recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to resolve disputes efficiently while maintaining a strong position for litigation when necessary.
• Build and maintain long‑term client relationships and become a trusted advisor beyond individual matters.

Job Requirements (Including Education):

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Georgia Bar and in good standing.
• 3+ years of experience in business, commercial, or complex civil litigation.
• Demonstrated experience independently managing significant litigation matters.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Experience communicating directly with sophisticated clients and business decision-makers.
• Strong judgment, organizational skills, and ability to manage matters with significant autonomy.
• Ability to balance legal strategy with the client's broader business objectives.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

• Exceptional judgment and strategic thinking
• Calm, confident, and effective under pressure
• Entrepreneurial and commercially minded
• Highly persuasive and articulate communicator
• Empathetic and relationship‑driven
• Pragmatic, solutions‑oriented approach to disputes
• High degree of ownership and accountability
• Intellectually curious and detail‑oriented
• Resilient, competitive, and low ego

Poole Huffman Pillars:

• We assert persistent unrelenting pressure. We aggressively pursue your case, whether that means pushing the plaintiff case to trial, or attacking the merits and asserting defenses on a defense case.
• We deliver consistent, clear communication. We communicate regularly and concisely with our clients, opposing counsel, and the court.
• We create custom strategies. Our clients come to us with unique and challenging cases, and we make sure we create and implement a strategy that fits.
• We commit to our clients. We’re on your side, to achieve your best outcome.
• We fight fearlessly. You won’t find us backing down from trial.
• We value your time and ours. We know legal services are expensive and time invaluable, so we won’t waste your time on baseless tactics or frivolity.