Associate Attorney - General Liability

About the role

Lydecker is seeking an associate attorney with 0-4 years of experience. This is a hybrid position, located in our Atlanta, GA office. The applicant should be admitted to practice in GA.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of cases, including the defense of premises liability, personal injury, and general liability.
• Work on up to 15+ cases at once, attend and defend depositions, take depositions, appear in court, draft motions and discovery, mediate and try cases.

Requirements

• A minimum of 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, appearance in court, motion and discovery drafting; mediation and trial experience a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Has basic knowledge of computer operation, internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software; the use of Microsoft products is preferred.
• Has the ability to type and operate office equipment.
• Be self-motivated and a self-starter, work well independently, and possess strong client communication skills.

Skills

• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;
• Listens and gets clarification;
• Responds well to questions;
• Participates in meetings when required;
• Writes clearly and informatively;
• Edits work for spelling and grammar;
• Varies writing style to meet needs;
• Presents numerical data effectively;
• Able to read and interpret written information.

Benefits

• One-on-one mentorship and training by Partners
• Salary range depending on depth and years of experience
• Quarterly bonuses based on your billable hours
• Annual performance reviews with potential for sizeable increase in salary
• Hybrid work environment
• Flexible work hours
• Medical Insurance - Currently provided by Cigna Healthcare with multiple insurance plans to choose from based on your needs - partially paid for by Firm for the employee; All outpatient mental health services are free of charge with no copays
• Optional Dental & Vision Insurance
• 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
• 401k after one calendar year of employment
• Paid time off (PTO) to support your overall well-being
• Collegial work environment
• Perks including Bagel Fridays, Free Snacks, Cuban Coffee (*only in Miami office)
• Social events such as Annual Beach Buzz, Attorney Socials, Corporate Run & Holiday Events

About Lydecker

Lydecker is an AV-rated full-service law firm with over 150 attorneys Nationwide! Our firm has earned a strong and positive reputation for its tenacious defense and protection of the best interests of its clients, and for obtaining optimal results. Our long-standing relationships with our clients are grounded in mutual trust and an understanding of each client’s needs and goals.

Company Values

• Excellence: At Lydecker, we are committed to excellence in all that we do. We strive for the highest standards of quality, professionalism, and innovation in delivering legal services. Our dedication to excellence drives us to continually improve, adapt, and exceed expectations.
• Integrity: Integrity is the cornerstone of our relationships, both internally and with our clients. We conduct ourselves with honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior always. Trust is paramount, and we uphold the highest standards of integrity in every interaction, decision, and action we take.
• Collaboration: We believe in the power of collaboration to achieve greater success. At Lydecker, we foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and support among our attorneys and staff. By working together seamlessly, leveraging diverse perspectives, and sharing knowledge, we maximize our collective talents to deliver exceptional results for our clients.
• Care: We take care of our people because we genuinely care about each one of them, and we believe that by fostering a culture of care, we can create a more resilient, supportive, and successful organization for all. We show that we care about our employees through employee well-being, professional growth and development, work-life balance, diversity and inclusion, and community engagement.