Position OverviewLydecker is seeking an associate attorney with 0-4 years of experience. This is a hybrid position located in our Atlanta, GA office. Applicants should be admitted to practice in GA. Under the supervision of a partner, the associate will handle a variety of cases, including the defense of premises liability, personal injury, and general liability. If you possess a strong work ethic and want to work in our defense litigation group in Atlanta, this may be the opportunity for you!We are open to hiring first‑year attorneys.Job RequirementsThis position requires a GA bar license in good standing.A minimum of a JD from an ABA‑approved law school.A minimum of 0-3 years of civil defense litigation experience, preferably in general liability, bodily injury, premises liability, products liability, or construction defect litigation.Previous experience should include working on up to 15+ cases at once, attending and defending depositions, taking depositions, appearing in court, drafting motions and discovery; mediation and trial experience is a plus but not required.Computer skills: Basic knowledge of computer operation, internet software, spreadsheet software, and word‑processing software; Microsoft products preferred. Ability to type and operate office equipment.Be self‑motivated, a self‑starter, work well independently, and possess strong client‑communication skills.Oral communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively; listens, clarifies, responds well to questions, participates in meetings when required.Written communication: Writes clearly, edits for spelling and grammar, varies style to meet needs, presents data effectively, and can read and interpret written information.Ethics: Keeps client and firm information confidential at all times; understands and implements general rules of ethical behavior applicable to lawyers.Job ResponsibilitiesMust be willing and able to bill.Draft, review, and respond to petitions/complaints, motions, and written discovery.Attend hearings and meetings with clients when requested.Prepare for and attend depositions.Assist with preparation for mediations and trials.What We OfferOne‑on‑one mentorship and training by partners.Salary range depending on depth and years of experience.Quarterly bonuses based on billable hours.Annual performance reviews with potential for a sizeable increase in salary.Hybrid work environment.Medical insurance – Cigna Healthcare with multiple plans; partially paid by the firm; outpatient mental health services are free of charge with no copays.Optional voluntary life and disability insurance.Optional voluntary accident insurance.Optional critical illness insurance.Optional cancer insurance.Optional hospitalization insurance.Optional Health Savings Account.Optional Flexible Spending Account.401(k) after one calendar year of employment.Paid time off (PTO).Collegial work environment.Perks: Bagel Fridays, free snacks, Cuban coffee (Miami office only).Social events: Annual Beach Buzz, attorney socials, corporate run, holiday events.Lydecker LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Lydecker is not currently accepting resumes or inquiries from outside recruiters or agencies.#J-18808-Ljbffr
