Academic

Atlanta, GA, United States

Litigation - General (consumer) Attorney in Atlanta, GA

Attorney

3-5 yrs required

No

The reputed firm of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Assistant/Associate General Counsel to join their team in Atlanta, GA. This non-faculty position offers a diverse array of legal responsibilities and requires strong communication and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will have a strong legal background and be able to handle multiple projects with minimal direction.

Position Details:
- Job Type: Non-Faculty
- Position Title: Assistant/Associate General Counsel
- Position Number: E00136
- Department: General Counsel
- Location: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. - Atlanta, GA

Position Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the College's General Counsel, the Assistant/Associate General Counsel will manage a variety of legal matters independently and simultaneously. This includes balancing multiple priorities and communication with colleagues and clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong and diverse legal background, including real-world litigation experience, and be able to offer dynamic solutions to complex legal issues.

Salary Information:
- Assistant General Counsel: Minimum of 3 years' experience with a law firm, non-profit, governmental agency, or equivalent. Licensed member of the State Bar of Georgia.
- Associate General Counsel: Minimum of 5 years' experience with a law firm, non-profit, governmental agency, or equivalent. Licensed member of the State Bar of Georgia.

Required Qualifications:
- Assistant General Counsel: Juris Doctorate (.) Law degree from an accredited institution.
- Associate General Counsel: Juris Doctorate (.) Law degree from an accredited institution.
- Licensed member of the State Bar of Georgia.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with drafting, reviewing, and editing various types of contracts.
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously with varying deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
- Knowledge of computer web-based functions.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice and services to the Board of Trustees, President, administration, and faculty.
- Conduct legal research and training for College departments on workplace, academic, and student-focused issues.
- Represent the College in administrative, regulatory, and judicial proceedings.
- Provide legal advice and support on transactional matters, including procurement, real estate, construction, and copyright.
- Assist with overall management of the College's compliance initiatives.
- Draft, review, and revise contracts to ensure compliance with College policies.
- Participate in key College committees and projects.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Percentage of Time:
Full-time position.

Posting Detail Information:
- Posting Number: S990P
- Number of Vacancies: 1
- Job Open Date: 08/01/2024

Special Instructions Summary:
Please submit a resume and cover letter for consideration.

EEO Statement Summary:
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Supplemental Questions:
- How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
(Public Job Posting, Internal Job Posting, Agency Referral, Advertisement/Publication, Personal Referral, Website, HigherEd Jobs, Other)

Applicant Documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter (optional)
- Letter of Recommendation (optional)

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