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Associate Attorney – Non Litigationx
About the Firm
A respected boutique law firm with a long-standing presence in the Atlanta market, known for its strong client relationships and steady growth. The firm primarily serves clients in the property management, construction, and small-to-mid-sized business sectors, offering both litigation and transactional services.
As part of the firm’s long-term succession planning, leadership is seeking a dedicated Associate Attorney to focus on the firm’s non-litigation work, including contracts, corporate governance, and general counsel support for established clients.
Position Overview
This role will work closely with senior attorneys and firm leadership to handle a range of transactional and advisory matters. The ideal candidate enjoys building client relationships, reviewing and negotiating contracts, and providing practical business guidance in a professional yet approachable environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial and vendor contracts
- Support small business clients on corporate governance and operational matters
- Advise on entity formation, contract renewals, and business transactions
- Collaborate with litigation teams to assess risk and support dispute prevention strategies
- Maintain direct communication with clients, management companies, and business owners
Ideal Background
- 2–7 years of experience in transactional, contracts, or corporate law
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills with attention to detail
- Experience advising small to mid-sized businesses preferred
- Ability to work independently while maintaining collaborative relationships with internal teams and clients
- Professional demeanor with a client-service mindset
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary with annual performance bonus
- Firm-paid health insurance for employees
- Clear growth and advancement potential as senior partners transition toward retirement
- Supportive, collegial firm culture emphasizing mentorship and long-term professional stability
Why This Role
- Opportunity to inherit and grow long-term client relationships
- Work closely with experienced attorneys in a highly collaborative environment
- Engage in meaningful, varied work across business and real estate contexts
- Excellent long-term potential as part of the firm’s next generation of leadership
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
JOB ID: 167382
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