Associate Attorney needed for Atlanta office

A law firm in Atlanta, GA, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Federal Employment Litigation Team. The candidate will have the opportunity to gain hands-on litigation experience in an administrative law setting, receive direct guidance from senior attorneys, and work in an environment that prioritizes team success.

Duties:

• Join the Federal Employment Litigation Team and handle full-cycle litigation for cases in front of administrative agencies such as the EEOC, MSPB, OFO, OSC, and OPM.
• Bill 1,560 hours per year and manage a caseload of federal employment litigation matters.
• Have direct client contact and provide legal counsel regarding employment matters.
• Draft complaints, motions, discovery, and other case-related documents.
• Take and defend depositions and conduct hearings in various formats, including in-person, telephonically, and via video-conference.
• Negotiate settlement agreements on behalf of clients.

Requirements:

• Experience in employment law or litigation in the federal sector.
• Familiarity with administrative agencies such as the EEOC, MSPB, OFO, OSC, and OPM.
• Active bar license in any jurisdiction within the United States.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong time management skills, including the ability to multitask and manage competing deadlines.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits:

• Full range of benefits, including 401K matching and health and dental insurance.
• 12 paid vacation days per year, plus 7 holidays.
• Opportunity for a flexible schedule and/or remote work after completion of a probationary period.

One of the leading federal employment practice law firms in America, the firm has an experience of over 25 years in an exclusive range of practice areas. The firm's office is located in Atlanta, Georgia. It has a special focus on issues involving employee Equal Employment Opportunity(EEO) claims, Merit System Protection Board (MSPB) claims, Office of Personnel Management (OPM), and Office of Special Counsel (OSC) claims.