Senior Attorney needed for Atlanta office

5-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Atlanta, GA, is seeking a Senior Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in litigation, particularly in health care, ERISA, and commercial matters. They should possess strong communication, drafting, and interpersonal skills, able to work both independently and collaboratively. Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently are essential.

Duties:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence promptly and efficiently.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product, including drafting discovery responses, briefs, motions, and memoranda.
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships within the firm and with external stakeholders.
• Comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activities, including working at a computer for extended periods, participating in digital/virtual conference calls, and attending meetings as needed.
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• 6+ years of experience with drafting litigation documents, including motions to dismiss, written discovery, and summary judgment motions in health care, ERISA, and commercial litigation matters.
• State and federal court experience is a plus.
• Strong communication, drafting, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
• Admitted to practice law with a strong academic background from a nationally recognized school.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Law or related field.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in drafting litigation documents.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective time management and multitasking abilities.

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