Description:

About Harrison LLP:
Harrison LLP is a national law firm specializing in private wealth planning. The Firm's services extend to the natural interplay between estate planning, business succession, matrimonial law, and related affinity practices. Founded in 2003, Harrison LLP focuses on providing sophisticated legal advice, exceptional client service, and innovative solutions.

We are seeking a motivated, intellectually curious Litigation/Family Law Associate with 1+ years of litigation experience to join our Atlanta office. We encourage applications from individuals with a passion for litigation,
a desire to grow, and a commitment to excellence.

What you will do:
As a litigation/family law associate at Harrison LLP, you will:

Assist senior attorneys on a variety of complex family law matters.
Be actively involved in all stages of litigation, including:
Drafting and responding to discovery (particularly financial discovery).
Work on complex custody cases.
Preparing and filing motions and pleadings.
Preparing for and attending mediations, court hearings, and trials.
Help analyze and manage complex financial issues such as income tracing and asset division.
Learn the procedural landscape of the Fulton County family law division as well as the metro Atlanta counties.
Work as part of a cohesive team where collaboration and open communication are key.

What you will need:

Reside within a commutable distance to Harrison LLP's Atlanta office; candidates planning to relocate to Atlanta are welcome to apply.
Ability to work in the Firm's Atlanta office five days a week.
Active Georgia Bar license and be an attorney in good standing.
1+ years of litigation experience.
Excellent legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
Strong judgment, professionalism, and intellectual curiosity.
Willingness to learn, take initiative, and handle the details.
Comfortable with courtroom appearances, discovery procedures, and direct client interaction.
Ability to manage deadlines and work independently when needed.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

Family law experience.
Demonstrated interest in family law and litigation through prior experience, clinics, or internships.
Solid academic performance from reputable law school.
High attention to detail and strong work ethic.
Experience handling complex financial issues or high net worth clients.
Federal Bar admission.

Why Join Harrison LLP?
You will have:

the opportunity to join an entrepreneurial and collaborative team where everyone contributes to the success of each case.
the opportunity to work within an open-door culture with strong mentorship and support.
the unique experience of working for a national law firm with the resources and support of a large firm but with a boutique level focus.
competitive, fair, and transparent compensation and partnership opportunities.
hands-on training through hearings, mediations, and client strategy.
informal mentorship by senior attorneys with real-time feedback.
the opportunity to participate in metro-Atlanta family law and State Bar of Georgia Family law section bar events, potentially participate in AAML and AFCC trainings, and work at a law firm where professional development is supported and encouraged.

Target Salary Range: $175,000 – $250,000 annually. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors including but not limited to experience and training, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This role will also be eligible for an annual discretionary variable incentive bonus.

Benefits: Harrison LLP offers a comprehensive benefits package including personal time off, Firm paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

Harrison LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Harrison LLP will not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies for this role. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Harrison LLP, and the Firm will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.