Class Action Senior Associate Attorney or Counsel (Labor & Employment)
Salary:$350,000 - $400,000 per year
Location:Atlanta, GA
Posted:November 17 2025
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance:Not Available
CLASS ACTION SR. ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY OR COUNSEL
LABOR & EMPLOYMENT FOCUS
Locations: Atlanta, GA | Austin, TX | Dallas, TX |Fort Worth, TX | Houston, TX
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Our client, a prominentAmLaw 100firm, is seeking a highly motivatedSenior Associate AttorneyorSenior Counselto join its dynamic and expandingClass Action Practice Group. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative and high-stakes litigation with a collaborative team of skilled professionals.
Candidate Profile
- JDfrom atop-tier law schoolwith a
- strong academic record
- Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction
- 7+ yearsof substantive experience incomplex litigationwith a focus on
- class actions
- Extensive experiencedefending class action lawsuits, including but not limited to:
- Employment discrimination ,
- workplace privacy , and
- EEOC/DOL matters
- Wage and hour claims ,
- statutory or
- common law privacy issues
- Products liability and
- consumer fraud disputes
- Exceptional legal research and writing skills
- A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset and a desire to tackle cutting-edge legal issues
Key Responsibilities
- Litigate a variety of
- high-profile class action cases , with a particular focus on
- labor and employment class actions
- Develop case strategiesand provide supportthroughout all aspects of litigation, from
- discovery to
- trial
- Provide strategic counselto clients on complex legal issues
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality legal solutions
- Maintain direct client relationships and manage case teams effectively
Why Join Us?
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced litigator to join a collegial and forward-thinking team specializing in class action litigation. You will work onhigh-impact casesinvolvingcutting-edge legal theories and strategies, contributing to theevolution of class action law.
The firm is committed toprofessional growth, offering resources and mentorship to support your career trajectory. With apart-hybridwork environment and locations in major markets, you’ll enjoy flexibility and the chance to work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative setting.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Expected annual base salary of
- $350,000+ , as determined by experience and market factors
- Bonus Eligibility
- Comprehensive Benefits Package:Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid parental leave; commuter benefits; employee assistance programs; paid time off; emergency childcare; 401(k)/retirement plans; and additional firm-sponsored perks
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit acover letter,resume,law school transcript, and awriting samplefor consideration.
Our client is anEqual Opportunity Employer.
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In Fayetteville, GA, Class Action Attorneys often navigate complex labor and employment disputes, including wage and hour claims, employment discrimination, and privacy issues. They must be adept at managing multifaceted litigation that involves both statutory and common law, demanding a strategic approach tailored to Georgia's legal environment.
The legal market in Fayetteville is moderately competitive for senior class action attorneys, with demand rising due to increased labor and employment litigation. Candidates with over 7 years’ experience and strong litigation track records are sought after, especially those familiar with EEOC and DOL regulatory matters in the southeastern US.
Daily tasks include crafting case strategies, conducting in-depth legal research, managing discovery processes, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Handling high-stakes class action lawsuits demands constant adaptation to evolving legal precedents and maintaining direct client communication for effective case outcomes.
Beyond admission to the Georgia Bar, certifications in labor law or specialized training in employment litigation can distinguish candidates. Membership in professional associations like the Georgia Association of Trial Lawyers may also offer networking advantages and demonstrate commitment to the class action legal niche.
Affinity Search offers access to a dynamic, forward-thinking environment with high-impact class action cases, enabling attorneys to engage in cutting-edge legal theories. The firm's commitment to mentorship, hybrid work flexibility, and robust benefits supports both professional growth and work-life balance.
Affinity Search fosters collaboration and entrepreneurial spirit, encouraging attorneys to proactively tackle novel legal challenges. The collegial atmosphere and emphasis on cross-disciplinary teamwork enhance job satisfaction and broaden professional expertise within the class action practice.
Salaries for senior class action attorneys in Atlanta typically range from $350,000 to $400,000 annually, reflecting the role's complexity and market demand. Compensation often includes bonuses and comprehensive benefits, aligning with top-tier law firms’ standards in this competitive metropolitan area.
The commute from Fayetteville to Atlanta averages around 40 miles and can take 50 minutes to over an hour during peak times. Affinity Search’s hybrid work model helps mitigate daily travel stress, allowing attorneys to balance in-office collaboration with remote productivity.
Increasing litigation around wage disputes, workplace privacy, and employment discrimination is driving demand. Atlanta's growing corporate presence and evolving labor laws create a fertile environment for attorneys skilled in defending complex class action lawsuits within this specialized niche.
The 'Counsel' designation often implies a trajectory toward senior advisory responsibilities beyond trial work, including strategic client counseling and leadership in high-profile matters. This role typically offers broader influence within the firm's class action practice and potential pathways to partnership.
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