Associate Attorney

About the role

The Charlotte, NC office of Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Employment and General Liability litigation teams. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to expand their practice while working with an experienced and collaborative team in a broad range of employment and general liability matters. Established in 1989, HBS is a full-service law firm headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Experienced across a wide range of legal disciplines, HBS attorneys pride themselves on providing knowledgeable, proactive, client-specific counsel to individuals, domestic and international corporations, state and federal agencies, and nonprofit organizations. The firm’s promise: “Serving to Achieve Excellence.” HBS currently has nearly 400 attorneys spread across 30 offices in 12 states. HBS prides itself on its firm and individual staff accolades. It has been consistently selected by the Atlanta Journal Constitution as one of Atlanta's Top Workplaces since 2008 as well as recognized on the Top Workplaces USA lists, and our offices continuously receive regional awards for employee quality and service. The firm is committed to providing a supportive environment for attorneys to represent clients with excellence and to develop and grow in their practice.

Responsibilities

• Represent and defend clients in hearings, trials, and depositions
• Consult and counsel clients, effectively communicate on cases, providing consistent updates and comprehensive legal advice
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, prepare legal documents, and prepare and respond to discovery
• Collaborate closely with partners, associates, and other team members in building and executing successful defense strategies

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of litigation and employment law experience
• Experience with employment litigation and advising employers preferred
• Active membership in good standing with the North Carolina Bar
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute pre-trial strategy, exercise sound judgment, and think creatively
• Strong work ethic and ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Retirement savings plans