Georgia-Pacific creates long-term value by using resources efficiently to provide innovative products and solutions that meet the needs of customers and society, while operating in a manner that is environmentally and socially responsible, and economically sound. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia-Pacific is one of the world`s leading manufacturers and marketers of building products, tissue, packaging, paper, cellulose and related chemicals. The company employs more than 30,000 people at approximately 300 locations in North and South America.

Seeking a litigation attorney with a minimum of 6 years of litigation experience for an open position in Georgia-Pacific Law Department`s Litigation Group. Position is located in Atlanta, Georgia, and has significant responsibility for management of asbestos litigation as a member of the Asbestos Group. This position reports to the Chief Counsel of the Asbestos Group. Specific responsibilities include:

- Active supervision of a nationwide docket of asbestos cases.
- Supervision and management of outside counsel.
- Attend and monitor asbestos trials.
- Significant interaction with both the Assistant General Counsel, Litigation and the General Counsel.

Basic Qualifications

- JD and active Bar Membership required.
- Minimum of 6 years of practice experience in litigation.

Preferred Qualifications
- Toxic tort experience.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

Must (a) have integrity, (b) act in compliance with all rules of civil procedure and professional conduct, (c) embrace ownership of case load, (d) be independently motivated, a self-starter and entrepreneurial, (e) be confident and able to interface with clients and co-workers in a professional, approachable and positive manner, (f) be a team player with a penchant for collaboration, and (g) be an effective communicator, orally and in writing.

Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V
Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.