Associate Attorney

We think you will like working at Cohan & Levy.We try cases and we mean business! We are a trial boutique with a concentration in business litigation. Our biggest case involved more than $600 million in potential liability. Our largest plaintiff's verdict to date totaled $66 million in a business fraud case. Our cases routinely involve more than $10 million. We have litigated in at least 15 states around the Country, including state courts, federal courts and arbitrations. We routinely match up against the biggest law firms in the Country. Up for the challenge? Let's talk.We are picky about the clients and cases we take on, and we are picky about the people we work with. You should be too. If you choose us and we choose you, we think you will immediately know that you have found a really good place to practice law. The people here are smart, nice and helpful. We do not use recruiters. We would rather pay you than pay a recruiter. The offices are in the heart of Buckhead with spectacular views from the 24th and 25th floors in Tower Place. Tower Place is historically important as it was the first high rise office building in Buckhead.The skill set we are looking for is consistent with those skills expected from a top tier business litigation attorney with at least 2 years of relevant experience.You must possess exceptional writing skills. Our clients are sophisticated and demanding. We are constantly seeking to make everything we do, the best we have ever done. TM. The right candidate will share the same philosophy and commitment to excellence. If this description fits you, and if you are up for the challenge, please apply now.Our compensation package is competitive with any firm. We are happy to pay for talent. We make it a point to reward talent, hard work, and results.Flexible schedule - We think there is great value to be together in the office. We also recognize that, at times, life gets complicated. If you have a day with no appointments, court, etc., our "4 days in the office" flexibility lets you work day 5 from wherever you are comfortable.We promote you. Our firm is only as good as our people. We will help you build your reputation. We will encourage participation in the cases you work on, in the Bar, and in the community. We will encourage you to write, speak, and work to benefit the community.Wow! That all sounds great. What's the catch? There is no catch. We will give you a place to work hard, improve your skills, build important relationships, and accumulate accomplishments.ResponsibilitiesYour written work will include pleadings, brief writing, discovery requests and responses, and more.Consistent with your comfort and ability, you will be responsible to take and defend depositions, and to make court appearances. You will participate in all phases of litigation including depositions, mediations, and trials.You will interact with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff.Consistent with your comfort and ability, you will have direct input regarding litigation strategies and next steps.We are problem solvers for our business litigation clients. Consistent with your comfort and ability, we will welcome your innovative problem solving ideas.You will have opportunities to develop your own reputation including Bar involvement, and speaking opportunties.QualificationsTop 20% of your law school class.Law review and/or moot court experience.Federal court or appellate clerkship preferred.Law degree and license to practice law in Georgia.Superior writing skills are a must.We solve problems and your problem solving skills are essential.Employment TypeFull-time