Description:
Young, Thagard, Hoffman, LLP is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3+ years of litigation experience to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to represent clients in a wide range of insurance defense and civil litigation matters, including personal injury, premises liability, and automobile liability claims.Responsibilities:
- Manage all phases of the pre-litigation and litigation process.
- Maintain contact with and update clients on cases and advise clients.
- Draft/review pleadings and motions.
- Conduct and prepare discovery and motions.
- Handle hearings, depositions, and mediations, as well as negotiate settlements.
- Provide legal analysis and strategic recommendations to clients and insurers.
- Collaborate with partners to ensure efficient case management
- Track time and expenses and other administrative functions related to the practice of law.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
- Active Georgia Bar membership (or ability to obtain promptly).
- 3-4 years of litigation experience, with insurance defense preferred.
- Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
- Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines.
- Professional communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation with a performance-based bonus structure, providing the opportunity to directly influence your annual earnings.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical coverage, supplemental insurance options, and a highly sought-after Keogh profit-sharing plan.
- Professional development support, with resources to advance your skills and career.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement with the firm.
- Quality of life advantage: enjoy the benefits of a close-knit community with convenient access to regional destinations- approximately 2.5 hours to the beach, 4 hours to the mountains, 1.5 hours to Tallahassee, and 3.5 hours to Atlanta, Savannah, and Orlando.
- If you are a motivated litigator looking to take the next step in your career with a reputable defense firm, we invite you to apply.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three professional references to jadewalton@youngthagard.com with the subject line: Associate Attorney Application- Insurance Defense.
Pay: $90,000.00 - $144,000.00 per year
