Goodman McGuffey LLP is a boutique civil law litigation firm founded in 1990, offering a supportive, collegial, small-firm atmosphere.
As an EOE/AA employer, Goodman McGuffey LLP does not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status of a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or other protected class.
Please send resumes and questions to careers@gm-llp.com. We are seeking candidates for the following positions:
ATLANTA
5600 Glenridge Dr., NE, Suite 600 West, Atlanta, GA 30342
Liability Associate Attorney
- Liability Associate Attorney
Requirements:
- JD degree from an ABA accredited law school.
- Admitted to the Georgia Bar Association.
- One to three years of experience preferred.
The associate attorney works under the general supervision of a partner to represent a corporate client and/or insurer in matters involving general liability. This may include evaluating and advising clients on pertinent issues and the optimum path to resolve claims as well as representation in litigation by appearing at hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, and other proceedings. The associate attorney will communicate with client representatives and claims representatives, creating and submitting reports required by the client, motions, and briefs required to support the position of their client and negotiation of settlements on behalf of the client.
The candidate will have demonstrated critical thinking, judgment, and decision-making skills, as well strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with a diverse range of clients, attorneys, and staff.
The firm offers a salary and bonus package, competitive benefits and opportunity for advancement reflective of its challenging and complex case load.
Please submit your cover letter, resume, and a writing sample in confidence to careers@gm-llp.com .
COLUMBIA
7 Technology Circle, Suite 460, Columbia, SC 29203
Workers’ Compensation Associate Attorney
Goodman McGuffey LLP has an immediate opening for a Workers’ Compensation Associate Attorney licensed in South Carolina with the option to work out of its Columbia, SC or Charlotte, NC office. We are looking for a candidate with five or more years of experience. Having transportable business is not required but a plus.
You will work with an experienced partner/mentor to represent corporate and insurer clients on workers’ compensation claims. This may include evaluating and advising clients on pertinent issues and the optimum path to resolve claims as well as representation in litigation by appearing at hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, and other proceedings. You will communicate with client representatives and claims representatives, create and submit reports required by the client, prepare motions and briefs required to support the position of the client, and negotiate settlements on behalf of the client.
A JD degree from an ABA accredited law school and admission to the South Carolina State Bar is required.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated critical thinking, judgment, and decision-making skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with a diverse range of clients, attorneys, and staff. A minimum of two of workers’ compensation defense experience is preferred, and candidates with more experience will be considered as well.
Health insurance benefits include medical, dental, vision, long and short-term disability. The firm contributes 3% above your pay to your retirement account in the firm’s 401(k) plan; incentive bonuses based on clearly defined criteria; five years or less to partnership; paid bar dues, CLE, etc.; paid membership in industry and community organizations; and opportunities to lecture and write on your areas of practice. Candidate has the opportunity to meet minimum standards or exceed minimum standards for additional compensation based on an objective bonus plan.
ORLANDO
201 S. Orange Avenue, Suite 1010, Orlando, FL 32801-3477
Workers’ Compensation Associate Attorney
Requirements:
- Minimum 1-2 years of workers’ compensation experience
- FL BAR license required
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Creativity
- Self-starting and independent thinking
- Professional and highly motivated
- Advanced technology skills for a paperless environment
- Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with a diverse range of clients, attorneys and staff
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced challenging environment
- A commitment to exceptional client service
- Top quality writing skills
- Strong academic credentials
- Desire to handle high exposure cases
- Desire for hands on courtroom experience
- This is an exceptional fast track career opportunity for candidates seeking a high level of responsibility in a diverse and progressive law firm environment
- Experienced candidates with partial book of business will also be considered, but not required
- The ideal candidate must be able to handle caseload
The firm offers a salary and bonus package, competitive benefits and opportunity for advancement reflective of its challenging and complex case load.