Current Openings

General Liability Associate

We are growing fast, and have multiple positions available for experienced associates to join our General Liability practice in our Atlanta, Brunswick or Albany offices. In this role, your caseload will primarily involve matters focused on premises liability, negligent security liability, trucking and transportation liability, and personal/bodily Injury liability.

You must have:

• Demonstrated General Liability Experience (depositions, court appearances, prepared and argued motions)
• J.D. from an ABA-Approved Law School
• Active license to practice law in the state of Georgia

Ideal candidates will have:

• 3 – 4 years of experience at a defense firm
• Strong writing and speaking skills
• Proven ability to manage complex cases
• Outstanding analytical skills
• Ability to conduct depositions and manage discovery
• Passion for litigation

With over 35 years of experience, Drew Eckl & Farnham offers uncompromising legal service to our clients while striving to implement innovative solutions to complex problems. We are looking for experienced associates who are ready to join a law firm where they can take their careers to the next level.

At Drew Eckl & Farnham, we foster an environment that values collaboration and encourages you to invest in your professional development. Associates receive award-winning training as they transition to partnership, as well as unique opportunities for coaching and mentoring from colleagues across the firm.

First Party Property Associate

We are searching for an experienced associate to join our First Party Insurance practice in our Atlanta office. In this role, your caseload will primarily involve matters focused on arson, fraud, theft, appraisals, weather damage, business interruption, and more.

You must have:

• Demonstrated Litigation Experience (depositions, court appearances, prepared and argued motions)
• J.D. from an ABA-Approved Law School
• Active license to practice law in the state of Georgia

Ideal candidates will have:

• 3 – 4 years of experience at a defense firm
• Strong writing and speaking skills
• Proven ability to manage complex cases
• Outstanding analytical skills
• Ability to conduct depositions and manage discovery
• Passion for litigation

With over 35 years of experience, Drew Eckl & Farnham offers uncompromising legal service to our clients while striving to implement innovative solutions to complex problems. We are looking for experienced associates who are ready to join a law firm where they can take their careers to the next level.

At Drew Eckl & Farnham, we foster an environment that values collaboration and encourages you to invest in your professional development. Associates receive award-winning training as they transition to partnership, as well as unique opportunities for coaching and mentoring from colleagues across the firm.

Collections Specialist

The Collection Specialist will directly contact customers by telephone to establish a mutual agreement to resolve their charged-off home equity loan on liquidity and available assets. This representative must be able to utilize skip trace procedures to increase customer contacts. Must have strong communication, listening, sales and negotiation skills to obtain payoffs, settlements, and short sales. Must be able to assess and recommend customer accounts for potential legal action where voluntary payment is not being made based on located assets and employment status.

Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum of 2 years collection experience

Education: High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate required.

Knowledge: 

• Understanding of FDCPA and all federal/state laws governing debt collections is a must. (A test covering FDCPA regulations will be administered before consideration.)
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Prior back-end or recovery experience with mortgages or home equity loans is a plus.

Other: 

• Ability to work with minimal supervision and resolve customer issues in a highly competitive third-party environment
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to pass criminal background check and drug screening.

Junior Compliance Administrator

We are growing fast, and looking for a Junior Compliance Administrator to join our Financial Services Group in our Atlanta office. DEF’s Collection and Recovery Practice is seeking a Junior Compliance Administrator to perform entry level Compliance functions. You will report directly to our Chief Compliance Officer.

The Compliance team provides independent and objective assurances that are designed to promote, enhance, and improve the Financial Services Group’s strategic, financial, and operational goals. The team is solutions-oriented and applies an efficient, pragmatic, and systematic approach to evaluating and assessing risk management, controls, and compliance mechanisms. The team performs its functions in the spirit of cooperation and partnership with objectivity, fairness, openness, and in accordance with the highest professional and ethical standards. The team furnishes risk-based decision guidance and pragmatic solutions to navigating increasingly complex compliance and regulatory environments.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct internal audits of legal and communications processes, maintain audit logs, and report finding to Compliance management.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements by managing validation of debt requests.
• Assist with bankruptcy reviews.
• Provide quality and control support as needed.

You must have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Must be able to pass a 10-year drug and background check.

Ideal candidates will:

• Be detail-oriented, process driven, well-organized, and able to prioritize.
• Be a self-starter.
• Think outside of the box.
• Be able to present solutions and translate findings into well-reasoned recommendations.
• Work well with a team, but also be able to work individually.
• Be comfortable speaking with and presenting to clients and team members.
• Have professional level verbal and written communication skills.
• Recognize the importance of both the mundane and the exceptional
• Have a positive attitude and a passion for learning.

With over 35 years of experience, Drew Eckl & Farnham offers uncompromising legal service to our clients while striving to implement innovative solutions to complex problems. We are looking for driven individuals who are ready to join a law firm where they can take their careers to the next level.

At Drew Eckl & Farnham, we foster an environment that values collaboration and encourages you to invest in your professional development.

Legal Assistant

We are currently seeking a Legal Assistant/Secretary with a minimum of 4 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate must be able to multi-task, have good organizational skills, be detail oriented, hard-working and work well with others. The Legal Assistant handles administrative tasks, and therefore must be knowledgeable about legal terminology, court requirements, and deadlines. Experience at a defense firm is preferred, but not required. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

Requirements:

• 4+ years professional experience
• Experience at defense firm preferred

Responsibilities:

• Transcription
• Drafting Documents
• Transmitting Documents
• Calendar Management
• Filing
• Answering Phones
• Opening and Closing Cases

Nurse Paralegal

Our firm is seeking an individual with a Nursing Degree with at least five years of generalist clinical nursing experience to fill our Nurse Paralegal position. Prior legal experience is required with one to three years of paralegal experience preferred.  This position can be based in our Atlanta, Albany or Brunswick office.

Individuals with a high level of organization and detail orientation will be most successful in the role. The candidate should enjoy research and be able to handle large amounts of document management and medical records review.

Requirements:

• Nursing Degree
• 5+ years generalist clinical nursing experience.
• Prior legal experience (1 -3 years paralegal experience preferred).

 Responsibilities:

• Reviews and analyzes case files, associated medical records, and other applicable documents for the purpose of preparing matter evaluations and status reports for trial.
• Summarizes medical records, articles, reports, witness statements, and depositions.
• Establishes, organizes and maintains case files, medical records, pleadings, attorney notebooks, expert witness notebooks, and document indexes and lists.
• Locates and confers with expert witnesses. Arranges for expert witness inspections and obtains approval from counsel of record and specified parties.
• Reviews and outlines medical records; indexes and summarizes documents.
• Reviews and outlines depositions; indexes and summarizes documents.
• Performs assigned medical research tasks using all available resources including libraries and computer data systems.
• Checklist set-up and form files.
• Checks citations and references in written and computer-generated materials for accuracy.

Paralegal

With over 30 years of experience, our firm offers uncompromising legal service to our clients while striving to implement innovative solutions to complex problems. We are currently seeking an experienced Paralegal to join us in those endeavors. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of experience. Experience at a defense firm is valued but not mandatory.

Responsibilities:

• Gathers, analyzes and organizes information, legal pleadings, discovery and other documents pertaining to case files for Trial Attorneys.
• Prepares draft pleadings and discovery documents for the Trial Attorneys’ review.
• Handles case files as directed.
• Assists in maintaining electronic legal research software and law library. Create documents, scan and upload documents, copy emails, update database. General utilization of case management software.
• Utilizes MS Outlook and Prolaw calendaring and calendar maintenance.
• As necessary, copies and transmits letters, documents, and packages to various parties via certified, registered, or priority mail; FedEx; courier service; fax; or email.
• Offers secretarial/administrative support as needs dictate.

Requirements:

• 2 – 3 years Paralegal experience
• Defense firm experience preferred
• Basic computer skills

Administrative Assistant

Our busy legal practice is continuing to grow, and we’re currently seeking an Administrative Assistant to take ownership of document management and filing in our Atlanta office. The ideal candidate will exhibit high standards, excellent communication skills, and have an ability to take initiative, and prioritize daily tasks. A strong ability to take charge and meet tight deadlines will ensure your success in this role.

Responsibilities:

• Drafting documents
• Transmitting documents
• Filing
• Compiling, maintaining, and updating company records
• Operating office equipment including printers, copiers, fax machines, and multimedia instruments

Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills
• Ability to multitask
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

At Drew Eckl & Farnham we value our employees, and we offer a competitive benefit and compensation package, including an incentive and training program.