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UNITY Systems

<p><b>Pre-Litigation Attorney (Personal Injury) &ndash; Atlanta, GA</b><br/>Join our fast-growing plaintiff PI firm as a Pre-Litigation Attorney and take charge of your own caseload from intake to settlement. You&rsquo;ll collaborate with case managers, build strong claims, and negotiate top-dollar settlements while supporting clients through every step of the process.</p><p><b>Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>Active Georgia Bar license</li><li>2+ years of PI pre-litigation experience</li><li>Strong negotiation, communication, and client advocacy skills</li></ul><p>Competitive base salary + performance bonuses<br/>Collaborative, growth-driven environment</p><p>Job Types: Full-time, Contract</p><p>Pay: $115,000.62 - $215,000.88 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Do you have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree?</li><li>What is your availability for a phone interview?</li><li>How many years of experience do you have with personal injury?</li><li>Do you have an active GA law license?</li></ul><p>Work Location: On the road</p>

Attorney

<p><b>Litigation / Pre-Litigation Attorney (Personal Injury)</b></p><p><b>Atlanta, GA | Full-time | Plaintiff-side</b></p><p>We&rsquo;re seeking a skilled Personal Injury Attorney to handle both pre-litigation and litigation matters from intake through resolution. The ideal candidate will manage a high-volume caseload, oversee demand packages, negotiations, discovery, depositions, mediations, and trial prep, while working closely with support staff to achieve top results for clients.</p><p><b>Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>J.D. and active Georgia law license</li><li>2+ years of plaintiff PI experience</li><li>Strong litigation, negotiation, and case management skills</li><li>Ability to handle a heavy caseload independently</li></ul><p>Competitive base salary + bonuses + benefits</p><p>Job Types: Full-time, Contract</p><p>Pay: $116,052.56 - $225,590.18 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Do you have a JD degree?</li><li>Do you have an active GA bar license?</li><li>How many years of experience do you have with personal injury law?</li><li>What is your availability for a phone interview?</li></ul><p>Work Location: On the road</p>

Attorney/Litigation Attorney/Pre-Litigation Attorney

Ekspert Counsel

<p><b>Job Summary:</b></p><p>Ekspert Counsel is seeking a skilled Litigation Attorney for a full-time position in Atlanta, GA. This role is perfect for those seeking to make a significant impact in the insurance industry, using their legal acumen to resolve complex claims disputes. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to develop and hone your litigation skills in a dynamic professional environment.</p><p><b>Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategies and arguments.</li><li>Review, evaluate, and prepare cases for trial.</li><li>Prepare legal documents, including complaints, responses to motions to dismiss (MTD), and motions for summary judgment (MSJ).</li><li>Engage in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution methods.</li><li>Prepare for and attend depositions, gathering crucial information for cases.</li><li>Prepare and respond to discovery requests and address any associated issues.</li><li>Attend court hearings to represent clients and present legal arguments.</li><li>Maintain consistent communication and provide updates to clients, ensuring they are informed and engaged.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>JD and Admitted to practice in Georgia.</li><li>Must have at least 2-5 years of litigation experience.</li><li>Must have experience with First Party Property.</li></ul><p><b>Benefits Overview:</b></p><ul><li>Firm pays 100% of medical benefits (health, dental, vision, short-term, long-term, etc.)</li><li>401(k)</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Paid Parking</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $225,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Senior Attorney

Alexandra Lozano Immigration Law

<div><p>Alexandra Lozano Immigration Law, PLLC, a leading law firm specializing in humanitarian immigration law, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Immigration Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. We are looking for a passionate advocate with a strong background in litigation and removal defense who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is dedicated to fighting for immigrants' rights.</p>
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The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of litigation experience in immigration court, including handling Individual Calendar Hearings (ICH), Master Calendar Hearings (MCH), bond hearings, USCIS interviews, and post-conviction relief. Experience with criminal hearings and state juvenile court or guardianship hearings is a plus. The candidate must also demonstrate exceptional legal research and writing skills, as well as the ability to travel as needed.</p>
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Our firm handles hearings nationwide; therefore, the ability to travel both nationwide and to our headquarters in Seattle, WA, as needed, is required.</p>
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Key Responsibilities:</b></p>
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<li>Provide high-quality legal representation to clients in immigration court and before USCIS.</li>
<li>Manage a diverse and demanding caseload of immigration matters, ensuring thorough preparation for hearings and interviews.</li>
<li>Represent clients in removal defense, including Individual Calendar Hearings (ICH), Master Calendar Hearings (MCH) and bond hearings.</li>
<li>Advocate zealously in court, at hearings, and in negotiations with prosecutors and immigration authorities.</li>
<li>Conduct legal research and efficiently review motions, briefs, and appeals.</li>
<li>Review family petitions, T and U visas, VAWA applications, adjustment of status (AOS), naturalization, parole in place (PIP), waivers, and other immigration benefits.</li>
<li>Collaborate effectively with fellow attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to provide comprehensive legal services.</li>
<li>Stay current on immigration laws, policies, and procedures to ensure the best legal strategies for clients.</li>
<li>Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders to ensure clarity and professionalism in all legal matters.</li>
<li>Travel nationwide as required for court hearings, client meetings, and case-related matters.</li>
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<p><b>Qualifications:</b></p>
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<li>Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.</li>
<li>Active membership in good standing with a state bar.</li>
<li>Membership in the Washington (WA), Florida (FL), or Illinois (IL) state bars is a strong plus.</li>
<li>Minimum of 3-5 years of experience practicing law, with a strong emphasis on immigration litigation.</li>
<li>Proven experience representing clients in immigration courts and administrative proceedings.</li>
<li>Criminal defense experience is a plus.</li>
<li>Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred</li>
<li>Exceptional legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.</li>
<li>Ability to manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining strong attention to detail and client-focused service.</li>
<li>Experience handling immigration applications including but not limited to T/U visas, VAWA, AOS, naturalization, PIP, waivers, and related immigration relief.</li>
<li>Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex legal information clearly and effectively.</li>
<li>Compassionate and able to work effectively under high-pressure and demanding situations.</li>
<li>Willingness to travel nationwide as necessary for case-related matters, including travel to Seattle, WA.</li>
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<p>We are excited about the possibility of you joining our team! Apply now and take the next step in your career with Abogada Alexandra Immigration Law, PLLC!</p></div>

Immigration Attorney

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP

<b>Overview:</b><br>
The Atlanta, GA office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its Professional Liability Practice.
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The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills and at least two (2) to twelve (12) years of experience defending professional liability claims involving Directors & Officers, Legal Malpractice, Errors & Omissions, and Architects & Engineers. Admission to the Georgia Bar is required.
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Lewis Brisbois' Professional Liability Practice is comprised of attorneys located throughout all our offices nationwide. Either by way of direct engagement or retention through the professional's insurance carrier, we represent, among others: accountants, architects & engineers, attorneys, bankers, computer and media professionals, (cyber law), financial planners, healthcare providers, insurance brokers and agents, school districts and municipalities, property appraisers and inspectors, real estate appraisers, brokers and agents, and securities brokers (FINRA).
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Although we would prefer that you have some experience in professional liability law, we are also interested in working with developing talented attorneys who come to us with excellent skills in any litigation arena. If you have substantive litigation experience, a demonstrated interest in professional liability law, and are looking for an opportunity in a growing, collaborative firm, we invite you to apply.
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We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with employer match.
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<b>Qualifications:</b><br>
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Professional Liability Attorney

Kids in Need of Defense

<div><div><b>About KIND</b></div><div></div><div><br>
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child&rsquo;s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety.</div><div>
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Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Position Summary</b></div><div></div><div><br>
KIND seeks a Managing Attorney, Atlanta to assist in the management of the delivery of legal services to children and families impacted by family separation and other emerging legal and policy changes affecting migrant children seeking safe haven in the U.S., provide direct representation, pro bono mentoring, and strategic legal counsel and program planning and implementation in a cutting-edge area of humanitarian immigration work on behalf of highly vulnerable children. As needed, the incumbent will supervise Staff Attorneys, Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, and program staff. The Managing Attorney, Atlanta will report to the Managing Director, Atlanta.</div><div></div><div><br>
This position is contingent upon continued funding.</div>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Functions</b></h3><ul><li>
Supervises and lead program staff in the relevant jurisdiction(s), in consultation with the Managing Director, including:</li><li>
Program oversight, direct representation and pro bono placements, supervising casework, managing caseloads and other assignments, promoting, and advising supervisees on professional growth, conducting employee performance evaluations, meeting regularly with each supervisee, and providing consistent and effective supervision to ensure high-quality legal work and achievement of deliverables.</li><li>
Plans and implements effective recruitment, mentoring, and case placement strategies to increase pro bono representation of unaccompanied immigrant children with support from the Senior Director for Pro Bono Partnerships; ensures staff adherence to KIND standards for pro bono mentorship.</li><li>
Leads, delegates, and develops pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets, in coordination with KIND&rsquo;s Legal and Technical Assistance Team and Senior Director for Pro Bono Partnerships, assists with development and conducting of a local KIND training for both staff and external partners and stakeholders.</li><li>
Provides both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients:</li><li>
 In the pro bono mentoring function, provides robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case.</li><li>
In the direct representation function, performs ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies, and drafts and files court pleadings and applications for benefits.</li><li>
Provides legal skills training and technical case assistance to in-house staff, pro bono attorneys, or other stakeholders, in coordination with field office colleagues and KIND&rsquo;s Training and Technical Assistance Team.</li><li>
Supports the Managing Director to develop and implement management strategies to meet ambitious programmatic and funding deliverables, including staff recruitment and development-support functions, employee engagement, and quality control of KIND&rsquo;s legal services delivery.</li><li>
Partners with the Managing Director to ensure mid-level supervisors in the field office are equipped and trained to effectively supervise and coach their direct reports.</li><li>
Oversees data management, ensuring data integrity through regular case audits, technical fluency with KIND&rsquo;s case management systems, and oversight of data upkeep and accuracy by supervisees.</li><li>
In collaboration with the Managing Director, leads and manages large and complex programs, including oversees and drafts grant reports, metrics oversight, and assists in the drafting of funding proposals as needed.</li><li>
Maintains internal and external stakeholder relations; participates in local coalitions of various stakeholders supporting unaccompanied immigrant children.</li><li>
Collaborates with other KIND departments on specific projects and initiatives as needed, including KIND&rsquo;s Policy, Advocacy, Communications, and International departments.</li><li>
Participates in and leads local and national KIND meetings, committees, retreats, and events.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Qualifications and Requirements</b></h3><ul><li>
J.D. and admitted to state bar.</li><li>
Must be fully fluent in English and Spanish (Required for direct communication with the children we serve and their caregivers, the majority of whom are Spanish speaking).</li><li>
Minimum of 6 years of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.</li><li>
Minimum of 4 years of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.</li><li>
Experience working with law firm attorneys and or other legal volunteers.</li><li>
Minimum of 3 years of experience supervising attorneys and non-attorney staff.</li><li>
Minimum of 2 years of experience in program management, including experience such as project management, tracking deliverables, hiring, planning and development.</li><li>
Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a released setting, if the position is over a released program.</li><li>
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish (Required for direct communication with the children we serve and their caregivers, the majority of whom are Spanish speaking).</li><li>
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (such as Teams, Excel, etc.).</li><li>
Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities.</li><li>
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment; ability to prioritize tasks and delegate as appropriate.</li><li>
Ability to multitask and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</li><li>
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.</li><li>
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment preferred but not required.</li></ul><div><b>
Our Benefits</b></div><div>
</div><ul><li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying 100% of the employee only portion of the premium for one of the three medical plan options, dental, and vision.</li><li>Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) for both medical and dependent care.</li><li>Pre-tax transit and parking spending account.</li><li>Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.</li><li>Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance.</li></ul><div>
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For a complete list of benefits, please click here.</div><div>
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Our Focus on Wellness</b></div><div>
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KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. KIND has prioritized wellness for employees through Mindfulness and Wellness Trainings, Wellness Platforms, Employee Assistance and Resilience Programs, Time Away and Office Wellness Activities.</div><div>
For more information regarding our Wellness initiatives please visit this link.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Application Instructions</b></div><div></div><div><br>
To be considered for this role, please submit an employment application at supportkind.org/join-the-team, along with your resume and cover letter.</div><div><i>
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Disclaimer:</i></b><i> KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm &ldquo;no fees&rdquo; recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: </i><i>https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/</i><i>.</i></div></div>

Managing Attorney, Atlanta

<b>Overview:</b><br>
The Atlanta, GA office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its Transportation Practice.
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The ideal candidate will be admitted to practice in Georgia and have at least two (2) to seven (7) years of insurance defense experience handling matters involving heavy trucking/tractor trailer and cargo and freight carriers.
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The attorneys of Lewis Brisbois' Transportation Practice are extensively involved in the defense of the trucking industry, representing freight carriers, transportation brokers, truck insurers, public entities, school bus operators, long and short haul truckers, and waste management groups engaged in both intra-state and interstate transportation. We have considerable litigation and trial experience and have dealt with a broad variety of issues that are pervasive in the industry, including negligent hiring and retention, hours of service, Engine Control Module (ECM) data, messaging and positioning data, DOT compliance, and accident reconstruction. Our clients have enjoyed excellent case results through our handling of their matters.
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Qualified candidates will be comfortable drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting, and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions. Candidates must have strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with employer match.
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<b>Qualifications:</b><br>
#LI-HYBRID
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#LI-RS1

Transportation Associate Attorney

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