What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Associate position at Tallant Howell?
Civil Litigation Associate (Salary Quarterly bonus)
Tallant Howell is a reputable law firm located in Cumming, Georgia. The firm is looking to expand and is seeking a personable, motivated, and skilled civil litigation attorney to join the team. A successful candidate will be a self-starter, have excellent writing skills, and a well demonstrated interest in litigation. Caseload will include Fiduciary Litigation, Property Litigation, Business Litigation and Government Litigation.
The ideal associate will have between two - and five years’ experience in one or all of the above-mentioned areas. Salary will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.
Responsibilities
- Represent businesses and individuals on a variety of legal matters.
- Handle important contract disputes.
- Provide knowledgeable and relatable input to assigned cases.
- Show a great attention to detail and communication with client and primary attorney on the case.
- Work on real property disputes.
- Assist with Government representation.
- Conduct legal research and draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Provide support in case management.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the Georgia State Bar and in good standing.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience with Lexis .
- Microsoft suite skillset.
- Self-starter who exhibits a sense of urgency on behalf of client’s needs.
- Effectively prioritize work and business needs.
- Excellent oral, interpersonal, and writing skills in English.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet urgent deadlines.
About our Firm
- Low billable hour requirement
- Engaging day to day practice
- Competitive bonus structure
- Team oriented
- Obtainable Partner Track
We provide a competitive salary that aligns with applicants experience, a comprehensive benefit package, as well as avenues for professional development and career progression. If you are a committed and ambitious Civil Litigation Attorney seeking to join a dynamic law firm, we welcome you to apply with your resume, cover letter, and references.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. Tallant Howell is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping or disability.
Salary : $80,000 - $105,000