Defense Litigation Associate
About The Position
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 in Atlanta. At Hawkins Parnell, you will be immersed in all stages of cases from pre-suit claim investigation through mediation, arbitration or trial and appeal as part of a team of seasoned attorneys handling professional liability, general liability and commercial coverage cases. There will be a wide range of subject areas and clients providing a broad experience for a talented attorney who wishes to join a success driven, vibrant team.
Requirements
- Actively licensed and in good standing with the State of Georgia
- Critical thinking and research skills
- Strong writing, analytical, and communications skills with superior attention to detail
- 1-5 years experience in defense litigation; solid insurance defense experience with professional liability and/or coverage litigation experience a plus
- 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
- Take initiative and welcome challenges
- Ability to work flexibly and independently within a strong team
Nice To Haves
- Ability to review and interpret financial records is a plus
Responsibilities
- Analyzing and summarizing legal documents
- Researching, both legal and of people, businesses, and worksites
- Evaluating cases and strategically developing defenses
- Conducting client meetings and recommending strategies
- Investigating facts, planning, preparing and conducting depositions
- Preparing and arguing motions
- Conducting hearings and mediations
- Preparing witnesses and corporate representatives
- Briefing at trial and appellate courts
- Thinking analytically
- Writing defense mediation summaries
Benefits
- Salary range of $125,000.00 to $150,000.00 based on experience including quarterly bonus potential, year-end bonuses and referral incentives
- Hybrid in Atlanta work arrangement
- Exposure to extremely varied types of work
- Significant client interface opportunities
- Mentorship by experienced partners
- Camaraderie through work and social activities with local and national attorneys of the firm
- Allowance for CLE travel and bar expenses paid by the firm
- Marketing allowance
- 401K plan
- Health & welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision HSA and FSA plans
- Company provided life insurance up to $150k with additional guaranteed issue life insurance available
- Company paid long-term disability coverage and available short-term disability coverage
- Parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
