Associate Attorney

Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP•Atlanta, GA

44d•Hybrid

About The Position

Great opportunity for a 2-4 year associate to join a nationally renowned law firm. If you are looking for the challenge of varied and complex litigation working alongside top litigators, Hawkins Parnell & Young LLP is the place for you. At HPY, you will be immersed in all stages of cases from pre-suit claim investigation to trial and appeal as part of a team of seasoned attorneys. This opportunity offers a broad experience base to talented attorneys who wish to join a success driven, vibrant team. HPY represents a variety of clients from global corporations to small local businesses and individual clients in high-risk litigation and business disputes across the country and U.S. Territories. The successful candidate will be a part of a national team of almost 300 lawyers and professional staff spread across nine offices located in Atlanta, Charleston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Napa, New York, St. Louis, and San Francisco. HPY offers a competitive salary complemented by a full, comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Active Bar License
Strong academic credentials
Willingness to learn and gain trial experience from a dedicated and successful litigation team
Actively licensed and in good standing with a state bar
Excellent academic credentials and strong writing, analytical, and communications skills
2-4 years’ experience in defense litigation
Ability to thrive in a high-paced environment, requiring exceptional organizational skills, juggling priorities, and adhering to strict deadlines
Must be a self-starter who can handle multiple projects with competing priorities and understand the importance of deadlines
Client-focused mentality
Takes initiatives and welcomes challenges
Ability to work flexibly and independently within a strong team
Active Bar License Required

Nice To Haves

Multiple bar licenses are a plus but not mandatory
Product liability or toxic tort litigation a plus

Responsibilities

Trial preparation, including strategy discussion, discovery, records review, client interviews and witness preparation
Research, both legal and of people, businesses, and worksites
Drafting of briefs, memos, and client updates
Attendance at depositions, hearings, and/or mediations