Description:
Benefits:- 401(k)
- Bonus based on performance
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
The ideal candidate:
We seek an attorney with a solid background in plaintiff personal injury litigation, including:
Trial Expertise – Extensive experience leading trials as first or second chair
Trial Preparation & Motion Practice – Proficient in preparing cases for trial and handling intricate motions
Leadership & Guidance – Capable of overseeing and nurturing paralegals, case managers, and staff
Decision-Making & Forward-Thinking – Independent thought leader to propel the litigation team forward
This position offers significant earning potential beyond a competitive base salary, with high performance leading to substantial bonuses. For the right candidate, the opportunity for partnership, including equity partnership, is within reach.
Qualifications:
To be eligible for this role, you must have litigated at least 5 personal injury jury trials. Our firm is dedicated to continuous innovation and ensuring all team members find fulfillment in their client-focused work. Our technology and approach match those of larger firms while preserving the flexibility and camaraderie of a smaller practice. Candidates will undergo a background and reference check.
Benefits:
Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, numerous bonus opportunities, partnership track available, flexibility to work at either the Decatur or Jonesboro office
Compensation:
In addition to a generous base salary, the total compensation package, including origination bonus and performance-based incentives, can exceed $500,000 depending on your efforts, client origination, and incentive pay. Regular compensation reviews ensure competitiveness with the market, with bonuses awarded based on client origination and departmental productivity.
Responsibilities:
- Represent Personal Injury clients in every phase of the litigation process: filing lawsuits, discovery, depositions, motions, negotiation, mediation, arbitration, hearings, jury trials, bench trials, and post-trial motions
- Oversee the handling of the cases from sign-up to an optimum resolution, whether by trial or settlement
- Work the time necessary to handle a heavy caseload
- Mentor litigation paralegals and case managers while maintaining a full caseload
- You may earn bonuses in multiple ways, so it is expected that your work will reflect a desire to earn more
- Supervise litigation paralegals in the POD
- Collaborate closely with and provide direction for employees based overseas
- Track the hours spent on each project
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree with a law degree from an accredited law school, such as a JD, LLM, or JSD
- Membership in The State Bar of Georgia is required, additional bar memberships would be advantageous
- A minimum of five(5) 1st or 2nd chair jury trials in personal injury should have been handled, along with experience in bench trials, appellate work, motions, mediation, and arbitration
- Strong written and oral communication skills – a writing sample is required, and experience with appellate briefs or similar documents is preferred
- Proficiency in research, drafting, and negotiating is a must
- The candidate should demonstrate the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines is necessary
- A strong fighting spirit and dedication to advocating for optimal results in litigation are crucial
