We are looking for an Attorney to support a broad range of legal matters in Atlanta, Georgia. This position is suited for a licensed legal practitioner who can manage litigation work, advise on commercial issues, and contribute to transactional matters with sound judgment and strong written advocacy. The role requires someone who is comfortable balancing courtroom-related responsibilities with contract review and business-focused legal counsel.
Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in civil litigation matters, including case strategy, filings, and coordination through various stages of the legal process.
- Prepare persuasive motions, briefs, and other legal documents with careful attention to precedent, facts, and procedural requirements.
- Oversee discovery activities by organizing document production, drafting requests and responses, and helping develop examination strategies.
- Provide legal guidance on business and commercial law issues to support operational and strategic decision-making.
- Review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements to help protect business interests and reduce contractual risk.
- Assist with mergers and acquisitions matters by supporting due diligence, reviewing transaction documents, and identifying legal considerations.
- Conduct legal research and translate findings into practical recommendations for stakeholders and clients.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to manage competing priorities and advance matters efficiently.
- Active license to practice law and ability to work effectively in a legal capacity.
- Demonstrated experience handling civil litigation matters from pleadings through discovery and motion practice.
- Strong drafting skills with the ability to produce clear, well-supported motions, briefs, and related legal documents.
- Working knowledge of business and commercial law, including risk identification and practical legal analysis.
- Experience reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts with close attention to detail.
- Familiarity with mergers and acquisitions matters, including due diligence and transactional document review.
- Excellent legal research, written communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple matters effectively while maintaining accuracy and deadlines.