Senior Employment Litigation Attorney / Of Counsel - 6-8 years

Our clientis seeking a Senior Employment Litigation Associate or Of Counsel to join its growing Atlanta office.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced employment attorney who can independently manage and lead employment litigation matters from inception through resolution.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling a broad range of workplace disputes, including:

• Employment discrimination claims
• Harassment and retaliation matters
• Wrongful termination litigation
• Wage and hour disputes under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Related state employment law claims

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a full caseload of employment litigation matters
• Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
• Take and defend depositions
• Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive written advocacy
• Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings
• Develop litigation strategy and provide practical legal guidance to clients
• Prepare cases for trial and assist with hearings and other litigation-related proceedings

Qualifications

• Active membership in the Georgia Bar
• Significant employment litigation experience
• Ability to independently manage complex litigation matters
• Strong writing, analytical, advocacy, and client counseling skills
• Excellent academic credentials
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and case management abilities