Defense Litigation Associate

Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP is a national defense litigation firm located in Atlanta, GA. We handle professional liability, general liability and commercial coverage cases from pre‑suit investigation through mediation, arbitration, trial and appeal.

• Analyzing and summarizing legal documents
• Researching legal matters and people, businesses, and worksites
• Evaluating cases and strategically developing defenses
• Conducting client meetings and recommending strategies
• Investigating facts, planning, preparing and conducting depositions
• Preparing and arguing motions
• Conducting hearings and mediations
• Preparing witnesses and corporate representatives
• Briefing at trial and appellate courts
• Thinking analytically

• Actively licensed and in good standing with the State of Georgia
• Critical thinking and research skills
• Strong writing, analytical, and communications skills with superior attention to detail
• 1‑5 years’ experience in defense litigation; solid insurance defense experience with professional liability and/or coverage litigation experience a plus
• Ability to thrive in a high‑paced environment, requiring exceptional organizational skills, juggling priorities, and adhering to strict deadlines
• Must be a self‑starter who can handle multiple projects with competing priorities and understand the importance of deadlines
• Client‑focused mentality
• Take initiative and welcome challenges
• Ability to work flexibly and independently within a strong team
• Ability to review and interpret financial records is a plus

• Salary range of $ to $ based on experience, including quarterly bonus potential, year‑end bonuses and referral incentives
• Hybrid in Atlanta work arrangement
• Exposure to extremely varied types of work
• Significant client interface opportunities
• Mentorship by experienced partners
• Camaraderie through work and social activities with local and national attorneys of the firm
• Allowance for CLE travel and bar expenses paid by the firm
• Marketing allowance
• 401K plan
• Health & welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision
• HSA and FSA plans
• Company provided life insurance up to $150k with additional guaranteed issue life insurance available
• Company paid long‑term disability coverage and available short‑term disability coverage
• Parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program

Hawkins Parnell is a national defense litigation firm that has represented many of the largest and most well‑known companies in high‑risk litigation and business disputes, including half of the Fortune 500. The 250‑strong litigation team works with clients to develop winning defense strategies and, if necessary, try cases to verdict in all 50 states.

Over the last half‑century, our success has relied on one distinction: OUR PEOPLE. We rely on the uniqueness of each team member to create a culture that drives innovation and exceptional results for our diverse client roster. Through actively embracing different backgrounds and perspectives, we foster an environment that is vibrant, challenging, and rewarding.

Hawkins Parnell & Young is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.