> Government:
JOB OPENING: ASSISTANT SOLICITOR GENERAL, COBB COUNTY SOLICITOR GENERAL'S OFFICE
Application Deadline:Recurring on an As Needed Basis
Cobb County Solicitor General's Office
Position Title:
Assistant Solicitor General
Brief description of the job opportunity:
The Cobb County Solicitor-General’s office has an immediate opening for an Assistant Solicitor-General (ASG). An ASG prosecutes misdemeanor violations in the State Court of Cobb County. This position allows the new ASG to learn in a high-speed courtroom environment, practice negotiation techniques, and litigate criminal cases as needed.
Job Responsibilities:
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the investigation and preparation of cases for trial, representing the State in all stages of court proceedings, and performing additional tasks relating to State Court prosecutions.
Job Requirements:
An ASG should demonstrate knowledge of the state laws, court proceedings, and rules of evidence, as well as adhere to the policies and procedures of the Solicitor-General’s office. An ASG must show an ability to communicate and work with the public, judges, and court personnel. You must have adequate oral and written communication skills. Work is performed both in an office setting and in a courtroom, sometimes for long periods of time. Intermittent sitting, standing, walking, and occasional lifting of light objects are necessary functions of the position.
Desired qualifications - Juris Doctorate is required. An ASG must be a member in good standing with the Georgia Bar.
Candidate's contact to apply:
Submit resume and cover letter to Young Tae at young.tae@cobbcounty.org.
JOB OPENING: STAFF ATTORNEY, JUDGE M. YVETTE MILLER, THE COURT OF APPEALS OF GEORGIA
THE COURT OF APPEALS OF GEORGIA IS CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION:
STAFF ATTORNEY-JUDGE M. YVETTE MILLER
Applications will be considered and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Duties: Working with two other staff attorneys, an administrative assistant, and interns to assist the judge in reviewing appellate records and briefs, drafting opinions and internal memoranda, preparing bench briefs for oral argument, conducting legal research, and advising the judge on other matters as requested.
Qualifications: Strong academic credentials, excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, and the ability to work efficiently and manage a large work load. Must be an active member of the State Bar of Georgia or another State Bar and will be admitted to the State Bar of Georgia within one year of employment. Previous law clerk or staff attorney experience preferred.
Salary and Benefits:
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Annualized salary from $95,225 to $132,357, commensurate with experience
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Paid vacation and sick leave, paid state holidays, subsidized health and other insurance,
flexible spending accounts, and a combination Defined-Benefit (pension) and 401 (k) plan
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Employment qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to:
coarecruit@gaappeals.us
Subject line: “Miller- Chambers Attorney Position”
To apply, the applicant must send a resume and cover letter to: coarecruit@gaappeals.us with the subject line as either Miller -
Chambers Attorney Position or Doyle - Chambers Attorney Position.
> Non-Profit I Schools:
JOB OPENING: GEORGIA ASYLUM & IMMIGRATION NETWORK (GAIN), DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
Application Deadline: August 2024
Hiring Company Name:
Georgia Asylum & Immigration Network (GAIN)
Position Title:
Director of Development
Type of Position:
Brief description of the job opportunity:
GAIN is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Development to spearhead GAIN’s fundraising efforts and oversee a complex annual fundraising plan raising $2.2 million annually, including private foundation and federal grants, special events, corporate and organizational giving, and a growing individual giving program. Successful candidates will have 5+ years’ experience and demonstrate the skills necessary to motivate giving and involvement, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and guide growth strategies.
Company Description:
Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network (GAIN) is a 501(c)(3) organization that protects and empowers immigrant survivors of crime and persecution, including asylum-seekers and immigrant survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and sexual abuse. Our staff attorneys, paralegals, and navigators provide direct service to our clients while also building a volunteer force of attorneys, whom we recruit, train, and mentor. Through direct representation as well as our pro bono program which multiplies our impact, GAIN assists over 1,000 clients and family members each year.
Job Responsibilities:
·Develop and guide implementation of fundraising strategies to ensure annual fundraising goals and long-term growth. The organization’s current fundraising target is approximately $2M.
·Create and manage the annual resource development plan, consistent with the organization’s strategic plan.
·Continue GAIN’s trajectory of diversifying organizational funding and growing non-federal sources to maintain a funding mix that achieves the goals set forth in GAIN’s strategic plan.
·Serve as a member of GAIN’s senior leadership team; collaborate with Executive Director and other Directors to inform and implement organizational strategies for success.
·Utilize moves management approach as well as stewardship and recognition practices to invest in the growth of unrestricted revenue streams, particularly through GAIN’s individual giving program.
·Lead efforts to identify, cultivate, and qualify prospective donors for major giving and the Guardian Circle giving society; personally manage strategies and timelines to steward existing major giving and Guardian Circle donors.
·Coordinate, plan and execute GAIN’s annual fundraising event in close collaboration with board, staff and event planner.
·Work closely with GAIN’s Executive Director and Finance team to collaborate on annual and grant-related budget planning.
·Serve as the liaison for 1-2 standing committees and/or task forces for the GAIN Board of Directors; leverage Board resources and connections to support GAIN’s long-term goals.
·Monitor and evaluate fundraising performance, with regular reporting and benchmarks to guide progress.
·Manage Development team (currently 2 FTEs) in the attainment of all Development goals.
·Oversee organizational communications efforts, including brand and PR strategies, and collaborate with GAIN’s communications consultant to ensure implementation.
·Ensure compliance with all legal fundraising requirements and best practices.
Job Requirements:
● Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
● Experience with non-profit organizations, including federal grant management, highly
preferred
● Experience working with immigrants (including asylum-seekers) and/or knowledge of
immigration law highly preferred
● Previous work promoting pro bono with a law firm or legal services organization,
preferred
● Knowledge of Salesforce, WordPress, Zenefits, Bill.com, GoToMeeting, Zoom, Google Suite, preferred
● Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
● Enthusiasm and eye for creativity
● A proven ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment
● Excellent analytical and communication (written and verbal) skills
● Excellent ability to collaborate, work cross functionally, and achieve consensus across
an organization
● A passion for fulfilling GAIN’s mission and/or serving vulnerable immigrant populations
Company Website:
https://georgiaasylum.org/
Candidate's contact to apply:
To learn more and apply for this position, please visit the Our Fundraising Search website:
https://ourfundraisingsearch.welcomekit.co/jobs/director-of-development-georgia-asylum-and-immigration-network-gain_atlanta
> Law Firms:
JOB OPENING: LITIGATION ATTORNEY, SHOOK, HARDY & BACON L.L.P.
Application Deadline: Until filled
Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.
Position Title:
Litigation Attorney
Brief description of the job opportunity:
Litigation Attorney
The Atlanta office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is seeking an attorney to work on a broad range of complex litigation including product liability, mass tort, class action, and some commercial litigation matters. We are seeking candidates with 5+ years of Georgia-focused litigation experience. Candidates with experience in insurance coverage litigation is a plus. Former federal clerk experience is a definite plus. Candidates should have excellent writing and research skills and thrive in a collaborative environment. We do complex, cutting-edge work in jurisdictions across the country and have a deep commitment to providing opportunities for associates to gain significant case management and courtroom experience. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at https://www.shb.com/careers/legal-recruiting. Please, no third party submissions. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company Description:
The world’s leading companies turn to Shook to obtain favorable results under the most contentious circumstances.
Shook is widely recognized as one of the premier litigation defense firms in the country. For more than a century, the firm has defended clients in some of the most substantial national and international litigation.
More than 90% of our attorneys are litigators, and many have advanced degrees in health and sciences fields. The firm has represented leading international companies in a variety of industries, including technology, chemicals and automotive, pharmaceutical and medical devices and tobacco.
Shook has represented nearly three-quarters of the Fortune 100. Our clients include global industry leaders who demand proven legal strategies. Whether resolving cases through aggressive discovery, pretrial motions, alternative dispute resolution, or obtaining victories at trial or on appeal, the firm has established a reputation for getting the job done.
Our attorneys have handled cases in all 50 states, and have argued appeals in all 13 U.S. Courts of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court. We maintain a busy trial docket, averaging one or two cases tried to verdict per month.
Shook has an unwavering commitment to diversity, a core value of our firm. We recognize that diversity creates a broader, richer environment and produces innovative solutions for the firm and for our clients.
Candidate's contact to apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at https://www.shb.com/careers/legal-recruiting. Please, no third party submissions. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Website Application Page:
JOB OPENING: GENERAL LIABILITY ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY, DREW ECKL & FARNHAM
Application Deadline:
None
Hiring Company Name:
Drew Eckl & Farnham
Position Title:
General Liability Associate Attorney
Brief description of the job opportunity:
We are growing and seeking multiple General Liability Associates to work alongside an established and experienced team in our Atlanta office! At Drew Eckl & Farnham (DEF) we seek individuals who value collaboration, take pride in their work, challenge themselves, and are constantly open to opportunities for growth. Each individual at DEF is supported for growth and career success.
Associates receive top competitive compensation, award-winning training as they transition to partnership, as well as unique opportunities for coaching and mentoring from colleagues across the firm.
We have multiple positions available for: Workers Compensation Associates and General Liability Associates to join our practice in our Atlanta office.
Candidates must have:
· J.D. from an ABA-Approved Law School
· Active license to practice law in the state of Georgia
· At least 1+ year of defense law experience
Candidates should have:
· Strong writing and speaking skills
· Proven ability to manage complex cases
· Outstanding analytical skills
· Ability to conduct depositions and manage discovery
· Passion for litigation
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume for this position, your application will be reviewed and given immediate consideration.
With over 30 years of experience, Drew Eckl & Farnham offers uncompromising legal service to our clients while striving to implement innovative solutions to complex problems. We are looking for experienced associates who are ready to join a law firm where they can take their careers to the next level.
Company Website:
deflaw.com
Candidate's contact to apply:
careers@deflaw.com
> In House:
JOB OPENING: TRIAL ATTORNEY; STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY
| Application Deadline: | 08/10/2024 |
| Hiring Company Name: | State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company |
| Position Title: | Trial Attorney |
| Type of Position: | Full Time Employment |
| Brief description of the job opportunity: | Trial Attorney
US-GA-Atlanta
Job ID: 2024-37790
Type: Regular Full Time
# of Openings: 3
Category: Legal, Compliance, and Risk Management
Atlanta, GA
Overview
We are not just offering a job but a meaningful career! Come join our passionate team!
As a Fortune 50 company, we hire the best employees to serve our customers, making us a leader in the insurance and financial services industry. State Farm embraces diversity and inclusion to ensure a workforce that is engaged, builds on the strengths and talents of all associates, and creates a Good Neighbor culture.
We offer competitive benefits and pay with the potential for an annual financial award based on both individual and enterprise performance. Our employees have an opportunity to participate in volunteer events within the community and engage in a learning culture. We offer programs to assist with tuition reimbursement, professional designations, employee development, wellness initiatives, and more!
Visit our Careers page for more information on our benefits, locations and the process of joining the State Farm team!
Responsibilities
Lynn Leonard & Associates, insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies, seeks and experienced trial attorney with 2-10 years of civil litigation experience to join our Atlanta, GA office. Candidates must have exceptional knowledge of civil procedure, evidence and trial strategy, and outstanding written and oral advocacy skills. Competitive candidates will be well organized, detail oriented, and able to independently manage a caseload where all work is time sensitive. The position is classified as a hybrid role, meaning that the work arrangement calls for hours in the office and virtually. Everyone in a hybrid role is required to spend some time in the office. Work arrangements could change over time based on business needs.
Located on Century Parkway in Atlanta, GA we enjoy and active, busy civil trial practice. We provide a congenial, team-oriented professional work environment with skilled support staff.
Current Office Location: 2400 Century Parkway Suite 200, Atlanta GA 30345
Future Office Location: 5555 Glenridge Connector, Atlanta GA (anticipating November 2024)
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Qualifications
*Law Degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school with excellent academic credentials
*2-10 years of civil trial litigation and jury trial experience preferably in the practice of insurance defense
*Exceptional knowledge of civil procedure along with evidence and trial strategy
*Strong software/technological skills including competency in Word, Outlook, and Westlaw
*Strong written and oral advocacy skills
*Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunity.
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| Company Description: | As a Fortune 50 company, we hire the best employees to serve our customers, making us a leader in the insurance and financial services industry. State Farm embraces diversity and inclusion to ensure a workforce that is engaged, builds on the strengths and talents of all associates, and creates a Good Neighbor culture. |
| Job Responsibilities: | |
| Job Requirements: | |
| Company Website: | https://www.click2apply.net/OLMbBPiDVpowwsG8wi2GAb |
| Candidate's contact to apply: | Website Application Page (Include Link Below) |
| Website Application Page: | https://www.click2apply.net/OLMbBPiDVpowwsG8wi2GAb |
JOB OPENING: ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL; TRANSACTIONS, INNOVA SOLUTIONS
Application Deadline: 12/31/24
Hiring Company Name:
Innova Solutions
Position Title:
Associate General Counsel; Transactions
Brief description of the job opportunity:
Associate General Counsel, Transactions
**Hybrid in Atlanta, GA market**
Innova Solutions is seeking an outstanding, business-minded leader and transactional attorney for this Associate General Counsel, Transactions role. The highly visible position reports directly to the General Counsel and is responsible for supporting and advising the company’s sales and operations teams in commercial transactions, as well as advising on a variety of other legal matters including privacy, intellectual property rights, product counseling, and training internal clients.
The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of legal experience, including experience drafting and negotiating service agreements, sales contracts, licenses, and intellectual property agreements. Our company culture is high-energy, imaginative, dynamic, and collaborative in nature. The ideal candidate will thrive in such an environment and be excited to support such endeavors through creativity, research, and sound legal advice. The ideal candidate will be passionate, authentic, proactive, and have excellent judgment and the ability to quickly earn the trust and respect of internal and external clients, while shepherding the continued growth of our internal contracts team.
Job Responsibilities:
Responsibilities
·Lead a team of contract attorneys and support staff, with focus on growing the team both in terms of overall efficiency and the individual skill of its members
·Provide legal advice for C-suite and business leadership regarding transactional legal matters, including assisting, advising, investigating, researching, and resolving operational legal issues
·Partner with the Finance Department and the Risk Management Department to develop tools and processes that will help manage the risk involved in new and existing contracts
·Oversee, develop, fine-tune, and implement procedures for contract lifecycle management, including contract intake, review, negotiation, and post-execution compliance
·Maintain and hone contract template repository to ensure efficiency in execution of new client and vendor contracts
·When needed, draft bespoke contracts and new templates to support industry-leading, innovative sales team in the IT, staffing, and deliverable-based technology services arena
·Help support the business’s M&A activities, working with outside counsel and others on the Legal Team to support due diligence and post-acquisition integration efforts
·Identify inefficiencies in the contract lifecycle management system and drive projects to increase transactional success, manage risk, and add value to the business
·Develop and present training modules for the Contracts Team, the greater Legal Team, and sales leaders throughout the business on topics such as contract intake, review, negotiation, and compliance
·Further advance the relationship between the Legal Department and business leaders within the company through open communication and excellent customer service
·Participate in stakeholder meetings to advise and guide decisionmakers on operational capabilities, risk management, and expectations
·Draft legal correspondence regarding transactional issues, including legal notices, internal communications regarding processes, and external contract compliance demand letters
Job Requirements:
The ideal candidate will have the following:
·10+ years of transactional legal experience either in-house or with a law firm serving enterprise clients
·Must have IT services and/or MSP staffing services
·Interest in working with business leaders to innovate and develop new business avenues through dynamic service offerings
·Experience managing, training, and growing an in-house Contracts Team
·Proven success identifying and driving internal projects to increase efficiency and value added for a Contracts Team
·Exposure to M&A, with direct experience with post-acquisition integration
·Experience facilitating international transactional agreements, potentially through outside counsel
J.D. from an accredited law school and state bar membership in at least one state
·Great interpersonal skills, consistent demeanor, and accountable, with a pragmatic business acumen and an ability to find and execute creative solutions to complex legal problems
·The demeanor and skillset to effectively inspire, motivate, and lead a team of legal professionals, located both within the U.S. and offshore
Pay Rate: $180,000 - $200,000 base (annual salary) + 10% bonus
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at hr@innovasolutions.com or (770) 493-5588. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities.
Candidate's contact to apply:
Geordan Komos
geordan.komos@innovasolutions.com
