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ATTENTION LAW STUDENTS!


IMPORTANT UPDATE:  Kilpatrick is wrapping up its call back applicants for jumbo 1L+2L summer jobs as well as for 2L summer jobs in 2027. They've closed hiring 2L summers for 2026 in Atlanta. Please visit https://kilpatrickrecruits.com/  for more Information. 


Updated 1L Hiring Cycle & Tips for Staying Prepared

We hope your semester is going well and that you’re finding your studies both challenging and rewarding. We’re reaching out to share an important update about the evolving 1L hiring cycle: many major law firms are now beginning outreach and recruitment earlier than in previous years.


Through conversations with many internal law firm recruiters, a consistent theme has emerged: to stay competitive in the current war for talent, firms are focused on identifying the most promising candidates as early as possible and taking proactive steps to secure their commitment. This industry-wide shift means that firms are engaging with law students sooner, sometimes even before 1L first semester grades are released. Recruiters are evaluating candidates based on a range of factors, including soft skills, undergraduate school rankings, academic accomplishments, and internal referrals from Partners and Associates. Additionally, many firms are moving away from traditional On-Campus Interviews (OCIs) and instead encouraging direct applications from law students. In this context, your cover letter—and especially your ability to highlight meaningful connections with attorneys or alumni at the firm—can make a significant impact.


As you prepare for this new landscape, it’s important to be aware that early outreach is quickly becoming the norm. Law firms are beginning their recruitment process earlier, often before first semester grades are available, so being proactive in your application process can help you stand out. Firms are considering factors beyond grades, such as interpersonal skills, leadership, undergraduate achievements, and referrals, making the cultivation of relationships with attorneys and alumni especially valuable. Many firms now prefer direct applications, so tailoring each application to the specific firm and using your cover letter to highlight any personal connections or relevant experiences is key. A well-written cover letter can differentiate you from other candidates, and mentioning connections with firm attorneys or alumni shows initiative and helps personalize your application. Staying informed and prepared allows you to approach each opportunity with confidence, and seeking guidance from career services, mentors, and networking contacts can help you navigate this new hiring process. Here are a few practical suggestions to help you feel prepared and confident as you navigate this new landscape.


1. Keep Your Résumé Polished: Here are a few key résumé tips from Bonnie Youn, GAPABA Board Member and Legal Recruiter Managing Director at The RMN Agency:

  • Clean and Concise: A clean, concise, and well-organized résumé is your first impression. Make sure it’s one page, uses clear headings and consistent formatting, and is free of typos and grammar mistakes.

  • Proofread carefully – Running a spell/grammar check and having another set of eyes review your résumé can help you catch errors you may have missed. 

  • Tailor your résumé to each employer; even small adjustments can make a big difference. For those interested in intellectual property, highlighting strengths in STEM is a smart move

  • Use strong action verbs and quantify results where possible.

  • Highlight transferable skills (writing, research, leadership, teamwork). However, to the extent that you can, please identify/bullet-point specific, quantifiable accomplishments in your past experience, not just skillsets.

2. Attend Firm Events: Engagement matters. Show up and make positive connections.

3. Monitor Firm Websites: Many firms are posting 1L summer opportunities as early as Fall.

4. Attend Holiday Parties/Bar Association Gatherings: These events can be informal but are a wonderful opportunity to network and decompress during finals season. 

  • Don’t underestimate the relationships you can form outside of structured recruiting—holiday gatherings often bring together attorneys, alumni, and students in a relaxed setting. 

  • Be ready with your small-talk “elevator pitch”—share your story, why you went to law school, your undergraduate background, how law school is going, and what kind of law you hope to practice (being open and flexible is always acceptable). 

  • Keep conversations balanced and engaging—don’t talk for too long without allowing for an exchange. 

  • And remember, moderation is key; you want to be remembered for the right reasons.

5. If All Else Fails—Don’t Stress: Hiring continues throughout the year.

  • Many smaller and midsize firms recruit later in the cycle.

  • Although Big Law’s hiring process is happening earlier (some even doing interviews and giving out offers before 1L first semester grades), paths into the legal profession are diverse and flexible. Most non-big law roles are continuing to hire similarly to years past. 

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JOB OPENING: JUDICIAL OFFICER- INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR, SUPERIOR COURT OF FULTON COUNTY

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Hiring Company Name: Superior Court of Fulton County
Position Title: Judicial Officer - Independent Contractor

Type of Position: Contractor

Brief description of the job opportunity:
SUPERIOR COURT OF FULTON COUNTY
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE POSITION OF
JUDICIAL OFFICER - INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
SALARY GRADE
Unclassified Position
(Current Vacancy in Family Division)

The Superior Court of Fulton County Georgia (“Court”) has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Judicial Officer.

Superior Court is Georgia's busiest trial court of general jurisdiction. The Court seeks to provide a forum in which legal disputes between citizens can be resolved in a fair and efficient process with attention to equal access, impartiality, efficiency, and safety.

Selection Process:
The committee shall also include the chairperson and the immediate past chairperson of the Atlanta Bar Association’s Family Law Section, as well as two community representatives involved in family-related services. Upon receipt of the Nominating Committee’s recommendation(s), the Court will make its appointment(s) at its discretion, with the understanding that the authority to appoint Judicial Officers rests solely with the Court. The nominating committee shall review applications and make recommendations for the selection of Judicial Officers for the Family Division.
Company Description:
Thank you for considering a career with Superior Court of Fulton County. We are looking for talented and motivated individuals to join us in serving the citizens of Fulton County and to ensure equal justice under the law. With 20 judges, 5 senior judges and 9 judging officers in the court, career opportunities include legal professionals, IT, financial, pretrial, judicial counselors and more.

Employees support several areas for the court to include our Judges Chambers, Accountability Court, Business Court, Family Law, and Pretrial Services and Court Administration. If you are motivated and committed to providing fair, efficient and effective support to all, Superior Court of Fulton County has a career for you.
Job Responsibilities:
Duties:
Judicial Officers serve by designation of the Judges of the Superior Court of Fulton County and exercise judicial authority as authorized by law, court rules, and applicable administrative orders. Judicial Officers are responsible for presiding over assigned Family Division proceedings, conducting hearings, managing assigned dockets, evaluating evidence and legal arguments, issuing rulings, and entering appropriate orders consistent with the authority delegated by the Court.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Presiding over assigned Family Division calendars, including status conferences, scheduling conferences, and other case management proceedings.
Hearing and ruling on motions and contested matters, including discovery disputes, venue issues, service of process matters, and other procedural issues.
Conducting hearings and entering orders in domestic relations matters, including interim and temporary orders, uncontested matters, consent orders, judgments on the pleadings, and final orders and judgments as authorized.
Entering orders related to case administration and management, including appointing Guardian ad Litem and Social Services Coordinators, referring matters to Alternative Dispute Resolution and other court programs when appropriate, consolidating related cases, and addressing other case management issues.
Hearing matters involving child support, paternity, legitimation, and other domestic relations issues as assigned.
Issuing orders for service by publication and other procedural matters as authorized.
Performing other judicial duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Judge, or designated Superior Court Judges.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications; Licenses; Special Requirements
Applicants must be in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia; be a resident of Fulton County; and have substantial experience in family law, defined as at least seven (7) years of:

(a) a law practice with 50% or more devoted to family law cases;
(b) judicial experience in a court where 50% or more of the docket consists of family law cases; or
(c) a combination of both.

Applicants must also demonstrate good moral character, possess the temperament necessary to handle domestic relations matters, and be well-regarded by the Bar for their experience and knowledge. Each Judicial Officer shall be appointed as a Magistrate Judge in accordance with applicable law.

Training:
Each Judicial Officer shall complete twenty (20) hours of training within the first calendar year of appointment, including four (4) hours of domestic violence training coordinated through the Governor’s Office of Criminal Justice Coordinating Council in partnership with the Fulton County Solicitor’s Office, Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers, and the Family Division’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Seminar.

Thereafter, each Judicial Officer shall complete annual training consistent with the requirements of the State Bar of Georgia or, alternatively, satisfy the training requirements applicable to magistrates under governing law.
Candidate's contact to apply: sca.hr@fultoncountyga.gov
Website Application Page: https://theapplicantmanager.com/jobs?



JOB OPENING: STAFF ATTORNEY, OFFICE OF LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL

Application Deadline: Until filled
Hiring Company Name: Office of Legislative Counsel
Position Title: Staff Attorney
Type of Position: Full Time Employment
Brief description of the job opportunity:
The Office of Legislative Counsel of the Georgia General Assembly is accepting applications for one or more staff attorneys. Primary responsibilities include drafting legislation, providing advice and counsel to members of the Georgia General Assembly on legislative matters, preparing legal opinions on statutory interpretation and constitutionality, conducting legal research, serving as legal counsel for legislative committees, and performing other duties as assigned by the Legislative Counsel or his or her designee.
Company Description:
The Office of Legislative Counsel is a non-partisan joint office, providing legal services to all members, regardless of political affiliation. The Office of Legislative Counsel must avoid all appearances of bias or partiality and is prohibited from employing persons related to members of the General Assembly or persons actively involved with a particular political party.
Job Responsibilities:
Primary responsibilities include drafting legislation, providing advice and counsel to members of the Georgia General Assembly on legislative matters, preparing legal opinions on statutory interpretation and constitutionality, conducting legal research, serving as legal counsel for legislative committees, and performing other duties as assigned by the Legislative Counsel or his or her designee.

Essential duties include working in a fast-paced environment for extended hours leading up to and during legislative sessions (which typically continue without interruption for several months each year) and consistently delivering high-quality work in a strictly confidential, time-sensitive, and professional manner at all times.

Qualified individuals who will be considered for the position will be sent an application via the email address included on their resume. By submitting an application, an applicant agrees to background checks relating to education, employment, criminal history, and social media activity as well as reference checks.

The position is a full-time position with benefits, including a defined benefit plan. Salary is commensurate with qualifications. Minimum salary is $95,000.00.

Resumes/applications will be accepted until the position(s) are filled.
Job Requirements:
- Active member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia
- Juris doctorate (J.D.) degree from an ABA accredited law school
- Possess and demonstrate advanced skills in legal writing, client interaction, professionalism, interpersonal communications, and time management at all times.
Candidate's contact to apply:
Individuals who are interested in being a candidate for a staff attorney position with the Office of Legislative Counsel should submit a resume to: olcattorneyapplication@legis.ga.gov



JOB OPENING: ASSISTANT SOLICITOR GENERAL, COBB COUNTY

Deadline: Recurring

Hiring Company Name: Cobb County Solicitor General's Office
Position Title: Assistant Solicitor General
Type of Position: Full Time Employment
Brief description of the job opportunity:
Assistant Solicitor Generals (ASGs) for the Cobb County Solicitor General's Office play a crucial role in prosecuting misdemeanor violations and ensuring the fair administration of justice. This role encompasses a diverse range of responsibilities, requiring a combination of legal expertise, effective communication, and dedication to upholding the law. ASGs are responsible for representing the State throughout all stages of court proceedings and performing additional tasks related to State Court prosecutions.
Job Responsibilities:
1.Legal Advocacy and Litigation:
•Prosecute misdemeanor violations by practicing negotiation techniques, researching case law, and responding to motions as needed.
•Litigate criminal cases when necessary, arguing motion hearings, conducting trials, probation revocations, and bond revocations.
•Prepare cases for trial through investigation, evidence collection, and case preparation.
•Comply with Marsy's Law when interacting with witnesses and victims during case pendency and trial/motion preparation.
2.Courtroom Proceedings:
•Represent the State in all stages of court proceedings, including speaking on the record during plea hearings, motions, and other courtroom procedures.
•Interface professionally with trial partners, administrative staff, victim advocates, investigators, courtroom personnel, and the public.
•Be prepared and willing to assist other prosecutors in court when necessary.
3.Case Management and Systems Proficiency:
•Monitor and notate cases, ensuring the accurate tracking of case progress.
•Proficiency in utilizing systems and programs commonly used in the Solicitor's office.
4.Negotiation and Appeals:
•Negotiate cases with defense attorneys to reach fair and just resolutions.
•Assist the Appellate Attorney with drafting appeals if a case is appealed.
5.Cross-Court Expertise:
•Be familiar with other courts in which the Solicitor's Office practices, such as Traffic Court,School Bus, Magistrate Court, and Juvenile Traffic Court.
6.Adaptability and Additional Tasks:
•Be prepared to handle additional tasks as required by the Solicitor General, contributing to theefficient functioning of the office.
Qualifications:
•Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
•Admission to the Georgia State Bar (licensed attorneys only).
•Strong legal research and analytical skills.
•Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
•Courtroom experience and a demonstrated ability to advocate effectively.
•Knowledge of legal software and case management systems.
•A commitment to upholding ethical standards and maintaining the highest level of professionalism.
Preferred Qualifications:
•Jury trial experience.
•Bench trial experience.
•Motions practice experience.
•Experience and proven track record of community service involvement.
Candidate's contact to apply:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Chief of Staff, Young M. Tae at young.tae@cobbcounty.org. The subject line of the email should include "Full-Time ASG Application – [Your Full Name]."
Hiring Individual (Name, Email, Phone, Address):
Young Tae
young.tae@cobbcounty.org
770-528-8554
10 East Park Square, Suite #500
Marietta, GA 30090


JOB OPENING: ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY, MACON-BIBB COUNTY


Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Hiring Company Name: Macon-Bibb County
Position Title: Assistant County Attorney
Type of Position: Full Time Employment
Brief description of the job opportunity:
Are you an attorney looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join our dedicated team as an Assistant County Attorney, where you’ll play a vital role in serving Macon-Bibb County’s legal needs.
We are seeking a team player who is comfortable in a general practice public service environment, with the ability to handle both familiar and novel legal matters. Our projects will include litigation, contract negotiations, advising on in-the-moment legal issues, and assisting policymakers with turning their legislative visions into local laws. You’ll be an integral part of a supportive team of servant leaders, focused on ensuring the best outcomes for the County and its people. Preference will be given to candidates with local government law or litigation experience; candidates who have served as judicial law clerks; candidates who completed law school in the top 33% of their class; and candidates who were on a law review or journal, or who participated in their law school’s advocacy program.
What We Do:
The Macon-Bibb County Attorney’s Office prepares every piece of legislation that is presented to the Macon-Bibb County Commission, from resolutions approving contracts to ordinances amending the County Code. Some months, the Assistant County Attorneys prepare over 40 legislative items, which each require legal research, communication between various County departments, County administration, and elected officials, and legal drafting. Additionally, the Assistant County Attorneys draft, negotiate, and review contracts to be entered into by the County; advise County department heads, administration, and elected officials on legal matters; and serve as parliamentarians to various County boards.
The Macon-Bibb County Attorney’s Office also does a significant amount of litigation in-house. Primarily, the in-house litigation is focused on prosecuting blight, nuisance abatement, and school-zone speeding cases. These litigation efforts include appearing in court almost every week. We also have a complex nuisance enforcement program that has included bringing several cases in superior court, and have a current case pending in the Georgia Supreme Court.
Hiring Individual (Name, Email, Phone, Address):
Michael McNeill, Chief Assistant County Attorney, mmcneill@maconbibb.us
                                               


JOB OPENING: STAFF ATTORNEY, JUDGE M. YVETTE MILLER, THE COURT OF APPEALS OF GEORGIA


THE COURT OF APPEALS OF GEORGIA IS CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION:

STAFF ATTORNEY-JUDGE M. YVETTE MILLER

Applications will be considered and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Duties: Working with two other staff attorneys, an administrative assistant, and interns to assist the judge in reviewing appellate records and briefs, drafting opinions and internal memoranda, preparing bench briefs for oral argument, conducting legal research, and advising the judge on other matters as requested.

Qualifications: Strong academic credentials, excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, and the ability to work efficiently and manage a large work load. Must be an active member of the State Bar of Georgia or another State Bar and will be admitted to the State Bar of Georgia within one year of employment. Previous law clerk or staff attorney experience preferred.


Salary and Benefits:

  • Annualized salary from $95,225 to $132,357, commensurate with experience

  • Paid vacation and sick leave, paid state holidays, subsidized health and other insurance,

    flexible spending accounts, and a combination Defined-Benefit (pension) and 401 (k) plan

  • Employment qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

    To apply, send a resume and cover letter to:

    coarecruit@gaappeals.us
    Subject line: “Miller- Chambers Attorney Position”

    To apply, the applicant must send a resume and cover letter to: coarecruit@gaappeals.us with the subject line as either Miller - 

    Chambers Attorney Position or Doyle - Chambers Attorney Position.

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JOB OPENING: ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY AT LITCHFIELD CAVO LLP

Application Deadline: Until filled

Hiring Company Name: Litchfield Cavo LLP

Position Title: Associate Attorney

Type of Position:  Full Time Employment

Job Description:

The Atlanta office of Litchfield Cavo is seeking a highly-motivated Mid to Senior Level Associate Attorney with at least three years’ experience general liability defense litigation, intellectual property litigation, mass torts litigation, and products liability litigation. The ideal candidate will have strong research, writing and analytical skills.  Must be licensed to practice in Georgia.  Courtroom and trial experience, as well as additional state admissions, are a plus.  This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of lawyers defending matters throughout the United States for various clients within a forward-thinking firm.

About the Firm

Litchfield Cavo LLP is a premier litigation defense law firm founded in 1998 on one principle—client service comes first. Our nearly 300 attorneys operate out of 23 offices, serving clients in more than 35 states nationwide. Collectively, we are a resource of experienced trial attorneys providing creative and responsive service.

Our Atlanta, GA is growing and actively seeking a Mid to Senior Level Litigation Attorney interested in growing his/her career among our team of staff and attorneys, who value and foster open and honest communication, and act with integrity and professionalism.

Litchfield Cavo offers a competitive compensation plan and an excellent benefits package in a dynamic work environment that provides substantial opportunities for professional development.

SKILLS and ABILITIES

The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:

· practice law in the state of Georgia;

· demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills;

· excellent written and verbal communication skills;

· strong attention to detail with superb organization and prioritization skills;

· manage multiple case files successfully in a busy environment;

· ability to move from case to case efficiently; and

· knowledge of both state and federal court procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include handling a substantial caseload of litigation. The following are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to do this job successfully under the direction of a partner:

· draft, prepare and handle pleadings, motions, orders and legal memoranda;

· draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions;

· conduct legal research competently and with proficiency;

· prepare and take depositions of parties and experts;

· review client documents, draft case evaluations and status report correspondence; and

· assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances;

The firm provides an experienced support staff, current technology, ongoing training, and full-time IT and marketing departments.

To apply, send resume and writing sample to Careers@litchfieldcavo.com.

Litchfield Cavo LLP supports and encourages workforce diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class in accordance with all applicable laws.


JOB OPENING: PERSONAL INJURY PARALEGAL, BELL WILSON LAW LLC

Application Deadline: Until filled

Hiring Company Name: Bell Wilson Law, LLC

Position Title: Personal Injury Paralegal

Type of Position:  Full Time Employment

Brief description of the job opportunity:
Bell Wilson Law is seeking an experienced personal injury paralegal to help grow our thriving practice. The ideal candidate will be skilled at multitasking and client support and has experience working for a Georgia personal injury practice.
Company Description: Bell Wilson Law is a personal injury law firm based in Midtown Atlanta that delivers high-quality legal representation to clients throughout Georgia. Our firm prioritizes kindness, compassion, and tenacity as we help our clients obtain justice in their personal injury and wrongful death claims. We started our firm earlier this year, and the two partners are looking to make their first hire. You can learn more about us here: https://bellwilsonlaw.com/
Job Description: Qualified candidates will have at least two (2) years’ experience as a personal injury paralegal to include client intake, case management, drafting documents, managing discovery, and client communication. Candidates should be self-starters, highly organized, and collaborative. The responsibilities for this position include:
• Collecting, compiling, and organizing evidence and legal documentation for attorney review
• Researching case-related factual issues using in-house files and outside reference sources, such as laws, regulations, and legal decisions and articles
• Using legal software and databases to assist attorneys and clients
• Organizing and maintaining case files and documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Communicating with clients to gather information and keep them informed about case status
• Interviewing clients, witnesses, and experts
• Compiling information and preparing statistics, charts, graphs, and other summaries to detail the findings
• Assisting attorneys in the preparation, filing, and service of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
• Coordinating the collection, review, and production of documents and responding to discovery requests
• Summarizing deposition and trial transcripts and exhibits
• Acting as a liaison among all parties for scheduling and sharing information to include managing the attorneys’ calendars effectively
• Preparing trial exhibits and assisting in trial preparation as needed
• Attending client meetings, trials, and other legal proceedings, taking notes and assisting attorneys as needed
For the right candidate, we see this position as having lots of growth potential as we expand our firm over the years to come.
Job Requirements:
Work Hours and Benefits: This position is full-time and in-person. Weekend work as required.
• Salary: $50,000 - $80,000 based on experience
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
Skills Needed to be Successful:
• Legal research and investigation skills
• Case management experience and skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Time management and organizational skills
• Critical thinking
• Client focus
• Interpersonal relations
• Analytical problem-solving
• Discretion, trustworthiness, and confidentiality
• Deadline driven
• Multitasking
• Project management
• Time management
• Teamwork
Education and Experience Requirements:
• A minimum of two (2) years of prior paralegal experience under the supervision of a licensed Georgia attorney
• Completion of a bachelor’s degree and/or a paralegal certificate are required for consideration
Equal Opportunity Employer: Bell Wilson Law, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer does not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.
Company Website: https://bellwilsonlaw.com
Candidate's contact to apply: Please email a cover letter with your resume in a single PDF to Matthew Wilson (matthew@bellwilsonlaw.com). A background check will be required for all final applicants selected for a position.
Website Application Page: https://bit.ly/bwlparalegal
Hiring Individual (Name, Email, Phone, Address): Matthew Wilson, matthew@bellwilsonlaw.com, 678-916-8758

   


JOB OPENING: GENERAL LIABILITY ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY, DREW ECKL & FARNHAM


Application Deadline:
None
Hiring Company Name:
Drew Eckl & Farnham
Position Title:
General Liability Associate Attorney
Type of Position:
  • Full Time Employment
Brief description of the job opportunity:
We are growing and seeking multiple General Liability Associates to work alongside an established and experienced team in our Atlanta office! At Drew Eckl & Farnham (DEF) we seek individuals who value collaboration, take pride in their work, challenge themselves, and are constantly open to opportunities for growth. Each individual at DEF is supported for growth and career success.

Associates receive top competitive compensation, award-winning training as they transition to partnership, as well as unique opportunities for coaching and mentoring from colleagues across the firm.

We have multiple positions available for: Workers Compensation Associates and General Liability Associates to join our practice in our Atlanta office.

Candidates must have:

· J.D. from an ABA-Approved Law School

· Active license to practice law in the state of Georgia

· At least 1+ year of defense law experience

Candidates should have:

· Strong writing and speaking skills

· Proven ability to manage complex cases

· Outstanding analytical skills

· Ability to conduct depositions and manage discovery

· Passion for litigation

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume for this position, your application will be reviewed and given immediate consideration.

With over 30 years of experience, Drew Eckl & Farnham offers uncompromising legal service to our clients while striving to implement innovative solutions to complex problems. We are looking for experienced associates who are ready to join a law firm where they can take their careers to the next level.
Company Description:
Job Responsibilities:
Job Requirements:
Company Website:
deflaw.com
Candidate's contact to apply:
careers@deflaw.com


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JOB OPENING: DEFENSE TRIAL ATTORNEY, STATE FARM


Hiring Company Name: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company
Position Title: Insurance Defense Trial Attorney
Type of Position: Full Time Employment
Brief description of the job opportunity:
Location US-GA-Sandy Springs
Job Category Legal, Compliance, and Risk Management
Position Type Regular Full Time
Req ID 40831
Company Description:
Being good neighbors – helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place – is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. Come join a #1 team and do some good!
Responsibilities:
As a Fortune 50 company, we hire the best employees to serve our customers, making us a leader in the insurance and financial services industry. In 2024, the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity named State Farm a Top Performer and Compass Award Winner. Additionally, Fortune named State Farm one of the Worlds Most Admired Companies.
Our mission is to provide high quality legal services in a cost-effective manner and to act as strategic thinking partners for our client and customers. To succeed, we need self-starters who are agile, creative, collaborative, strategic, passionate, and communicative.
Lynn Leonard & Associates, insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies, is seeking Attorneys to join their expanding Atlanta Claim Litigation office. While every day can provide different experiences and opportunities, State Farm attorneys maintain their own caseload from inception to conclusion. The role involves case ownership, participating in litigation events, and meeting with clients. We encourage a collaborative environment where our attorneys can assist each other and have access to support staff while maintaining ownership of their files. As a result of not being billed by the hour, our attorneys have the opportunity to strategize on trial and case development as it passes through litigation. State Farm creates an environment inclusive of career development opportunities. The position is classified as a hybrid role, meaning that the work arrangement calls for hours in the office and virtually. Everyone in a hybrid role is required to spend time in the office. Work arrangements could change over time based on business needs.
Location: 5555 Glenridge Connector, Atlanta GA
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
• Handles litigation and other legal assignments in accordance with guidelines established by the Law Department
• Prepare and summarize reports for proceedings
• Trial strategy and case development
• Attends litigation events including trials, mediations, depositions, and hearings
Job Responsibilities:
• Previous Experience required
• 2-15 years of civil trial litigation and jury trial experience preferably in the practice areas of insurance defense, medical malpractice, personal injury, or workers compensation
• Key Skills required
• Jury trial, mediation, and deposition experience
• File ownership
• Knowledge of local and state discovery rules, trial procedures, and applicable substantive law commensurate with level of experience
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work in a team setting
• Technology/software experience required
• Ability to work efficiently with cases in electronic form
• Working knowledge of a Case Management system
• Working Knowledge of a Document Storage system
• Education requirements including licenses and certifications
• J.D. from an A.B.A. Accredited Law School, with excellent academic credentials
• Must have an active law license to practice in the state of Georgia and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia
Job Requirements:
• Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately. State Farm will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunities.
Our Benefits
Because work-life balance is a priority at State Farm, compensation is based on our standard 38:45-hour work week!
• Potential starting salary range: $104,000.00 - $175,000.00
• Starting salary will be based on skills, background, and experience
• High end of the range limited to applicants with significant relevant experience
• Potential yearly incentive pay up to 24% of base salary
At State Farm, we offer more than just a paycheck. Check out our suite of benefits designed to give you the flexibility you need to take care of you and your family!
• Get Paid! On top of our competitive pay, you are eligible for an annual raise and bonus.
• Stay Well! Focus on you and your family’s health with our robust health and wellbeing programs. State Farm pays most of your healthcare premium, and we offer multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan. All medical plans provide 100% coverage for in-network preventative care, AND you and your family have access to vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals, and much more!
• Develop and Grow! Take advantage of educational benefits like industry leading training programs, top-notch tuition assistance programs, employee resource groups, and mentoring.
• Plan Ahead! Plan for those big moments in life with benefits like fertility/IVF/adoption assistance, college coaching, national discount programs, interactive monthly financial workshops, free financial coaching, and more. You can also start a savings account or consider financing through our State Farm Federal Credit Union!
• Take a Little “You” Time! You will have access to our generous time off policies designed so you can plan around holidays, family events, volunteering, or just to take a relaxing day off. With the opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually plus parental leave, paid holidays, celebration day, life leave (40 hours/year), bereavement leave, and community service/education support days, there will be plenty of time for you!
• Give Back! We offer several ways to give back through our Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and the Employee Assistance Fund.
• Finish Strong! Plan for retirement using free financial advisors and a 401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of your salary.

Visit our State Farm Careers page for more information on our benefits, locations, and the hiring process of joining the State Farm team!

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