Associate Attorney

Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their thriving Litigation Practice, this role will support a partner in the Columbus, GA office with the option to work from the Atlanta, GA office. This is an opportunity to join a growing team and office, work and collaborate with experienced litigators, participate in case strategy and development, and interact with and develop firm clients.

Responsibilities: 

• Represent and defend clients in hearings, trials, and depositions in complex civil litigation and appellate matters
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, prepare legal documents/appellate briefs, and prepare and respond to discovery 
• Effectively communicate on cases, providing consistent updates and assist in developing legal strategy and advice
• Collaborate closely with partners, associates, and other team members in building and executing successful defense strategies

Qualifications:

• Civil litigation experience, or internships/clerkships for new graduates
• Must be an active member in good standing with the Georgia Bar
• Writing briefs, memoranda and reports
• Motivated in attending trial and applying litigation skills
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Eagerness and ability to contribute to litigation strategies, be a strategic and complex thinker, and work collaboratively with attorneys and clients in managing cases

Compensation:

Salary starting at $125,000, commensurate with experience, plus two bonus structures and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

HBS offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage along with retirement savings plans and disability insurance options. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program to aid with work-life balance and related concerns as well as flexible time off plans encompassing Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, paid holidays, and multiple other options to help work with employee schedules as needed.

About Hall Booth Smith 

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