Commercial Real Estate Litigation Attorney – Macon / Atlanta (#811)

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Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks a litigation attorney with 2-5 years of experience to engage in a sophisticated real estate litigation practice for a non-shareholder track position. Attorney responsibilities will include the ability to gather and synthesize salient facts from client documents, and collaborate with a legal team to issue, spot, and develop legal strategies throughout all phases of matter. Independent research of state and federal law, as well as rules of court, procedure, and real property records, will be conducted by the attorney to ensure well-developed legal theories / strategy and well-drafted pleadings. The attorney will also draft client communications to advise on key deadlines and strategic considerations as well as draft legal pleadings and discovery that demonstrate a commitment to first-class client service and reputational excellence. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, daily time entry with a level of detail that vividly conveys the value delivered to the client, communicating daily with legal team about case status and proactively take next steps, collaborating both in-person and remotely with attorneys and support staff across the Baker Donelson footprint, understanding the client’s business and its interplay with the legal matters being handled, having willingness to actively engage in business development and grow the real estate litigation practice, practicing law across the state of Georgia, and collaborating with clients and attorneys nationwide with the desire to develop a statewide reputation for expertise in real estate litigation and the skills to support it. We are especially looking for candidates who have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple cases simultaneously, have attention to detail, including grammar and spelling, have strong organizational skills with exceptional writing skills and ability to draft client-ready communications. Attorney must have knowledge of Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Georgia Civil Practice Act, and Uniform Rules of Superior Court as well as state and federal research skills. The ideal candidate will have good understanding of litigation pleadings, process, and timeline. Georgia bar license required. This is a terrific opportunity to gain sophisticated hands-on experience in a thriving real estate litigation practice with significant client contact and potential for career advancement. Please include your resume, law school transcript, and cover letter.

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