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.

About Hall Booth Smith

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