ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

REGULATORY INVESTIGATIONS, STRATEGY + ENFORCEMENT (RISE) PRACTICE

Location: Atlanta, GA

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A premier AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Regulatory Investigations, Strategy + Enforcement (RISE) Practice Group in Atlanta. This is an outstanding opportunity for a mid-level litigator or regulatory attorney to work on high-impact matters involving economic development, government investigations, and regulatory enforcement.

Candidate Profile

JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
Active Bar Admission in Georgia, in good standing, or eligibility to waive in.
4–6 years of substantive experience in litigation, government investigations, and/or compliance work.
Prior experience with a government agency, such as an Attorney General’s office or executive branch, is highly preferred.
Judicial clerkship experience is a plus, but not required.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex matters and deliver strategic counsel.
Ability to thrive in a multidisciplinary environment, both as a team player and when working autonomously.
Soft Skills: Exceptional research, writing, analytical, communication, and oral advocacy skills are a must.

Key Responsibilities

Advise clients on state and federal regulatory investigations, administrative litigation, and compliance matters.
Represent clients in high-profile economic development matters within the state of Georgia.
Handle spinoff consumer class litigation and other regulatory-driven disputes.
Develop compliance strategies to mitigate enforcement risk and support internal investigations.
Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to provide comprehensive client solutions.

Why Join Us?

Join a multidisciplinary team of over 60 attorneys at the forefront of regulatory law and government investigations. The RISE practice group offers a rare blend of litigation, compliance, and public policy work that allows attorneys to gain holistic experience while helping clients navigate complex government scrutiny. Whether advising Fortune 500 companies, emerging enterprises, or public-sector stakeholders, you’ll be part of a team that is deeply trusted to manage high-stakes matters with national impact. The firm fosters a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference.

Compensation & Benefits

Highly Competitive Salary: $275,000 – $350,000, commensurate with experience.
Robust Benefits Package: Includes top-tier medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid maternity and paternity leave, generous PTO, profit-sharing, tuition assistance, and additional perks.
Supportive Culture: Our client fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment that supports innovation, balance, and career advancement.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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