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Open Positions - Lateral Attorneys

Baker Donelson seeks to attract and retain experienced lateral attorneys who are committed to providing unparalleled service to our clients, have a deep understanding of the practice of law and believe in the culture of our Firm.

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Corporate Associate - Atlanta (#818)

The Atlanta office of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks a second- to third-year associate to join its nationally recognized corporate and transactional practice. The ideal candidates are hardworking individuals with excellent writing and analytical abilities, sound judgment, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience drafting complex transactional agreements. Candidates should have meaningful exposure to M&A transactions, cross‑border matters, and general corporate work. This is a unique opportunity to become a key contributor within a nationally recognized team while gaining hands-on experience across a wide range of buy‑ and sell‑side M&A deals, corporate governance matters, and other business transactions. A Georgia law license is required. German language capability is not required but would be a helpful qualification given our growing volume of cross-border matters. For consideration, please click here to apply. Please include your cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.

Litigation Associate - Atlanta (#810)

The Atlanta office of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks a litigation associate with at least three years of experience to join our Logistics, Energy, and Manufacturing Litigation Group. A background in transportation litigation is strongly preferred, and experience in tort matters, defending motor carrier clients, and handling insurance coverage disputes will be considered a significant plus. We are looking for academically strong candidates who possess excellent writing and analytical skills, as well as practical experience with depositions, discovery, and motion practice. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, exercise sound judgment, and demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This position offers the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility in an active and varied federal and state court practice, with cases that extend on a national scale. Applicants must already be admitted to the Georgia Bar (no exceptions). Please click here to apply. Please include a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a recent writing sample.

Tax Associate or Of Counsel - Baltimore (#815)

The Baltimore office of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks an experienced tax associate or of counsel attorney to join its thriving Trusts and Estates/Family Office/Tax practice. The candidate must have more than eight years of relevant experience in estate planning. The position should involve participation in building the existing practice, significant client contact and moving into a leadership role in the long term. An LL.M. in tax is a plus but not required. Academically distinguished applicants who have excellent writing and analytical skills are sought to assume responsibility in this very active practice. We seek a bright, hardworking individual with good judgment and attention to detail. For consideration, please click here. Please include your resume and cover letter.

Labor & Employment Shareholder – Fort Lauderdale or Orlando (#806)

The law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks an experienced, entrepreneurial shareholder-level attorney to join our nationally-recognized team and lead the continued growth and development of our Labor & Employment practice in Florida. Ideal applicants should have a minimum of 10 years of experience practicing law, including first-chair responsibility in litigation in federal and state court and before administrative agencies, advice and counseling, and workplace training. Applicants must have a self-sustaining portable book of business and have a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships. Experience in growing or leading a practice group is a plus. This is a unique opportunity to establish and shape the direction of our Florida employment practice in a collaborative and client-focused firm environment. Florida law license required. For consideration, click here to apply.

Litigation Associate - Houston (#816)

The Houston office of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz seeks an associate with 1-2 years of complex litigation experience to become an integral part of our Advocacy Department. Academically distinguished applicants who have excellent written and oral advocacy skills, and analytical aptitude with deposition, discovery, motion practice, and trial experience are sought to assume responsibility in an active and diverse federal and state court litigation practice. We seek a bright, hardworking, and responsive attorney with good judgment and attention to detail. The associate will work closely with senior litigators who will provide active mentoring and client contact. Texas law license required. For consideration, please click here. Please include your resume, law school transcript, and cover letter.

Tax Associate or Of Counsel - Memphis (#781)

The Memphis office of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks an experienced associate or of counsel attorney with an LL.M. in tax to join its thriving Trusts and Estates/Family Office/Tax practice. The candidate must have more than three years of relevant experience in estate planning. The position should involve participation in building the existing practice, significant client contact and moving into a leadership role in the long term. Academically distinguished applicants who have excellent writing and analytical skills are sought to assume responsibility in this very active practice. We seek a bright, hardworking individual with good judgment and attention to detail. For consideration, please click here. Please include your resume and cover letter.

Construction Associate – Nashville (#817)

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks an associate with two to four years of complex litigation experience to join its Nashville construction law practice. We are looking for academically distinguished applicants who have excellent written and oral advocacy skills with deposition, discovery, motion practice, and trial experience. The successful candidate will assume responsibility in an active and diverse construction practice involving complex litigation and transactions. Specific experience in construction law and litigation is preferred, and engineering, architecture or construction management experience is a plus. The associate will work closely with construction litigation shareholders who will provide active mentoring and client contact. We seek a bright, hard working person with good judgment, attention to detail, and the desire to advance. Tennessee Law License required. For consideration, please click here. Please include your resume, law school transcript, and cover letter.

Litigation Associate - New Orleans (#812)

The New Orleans office of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks a litigation associate with at least three years of experience to join our Logistics, Energy, and Manufacturing Litigation Group. A background in energy and environmental litigation is strongly preferred, and experience in business and complex tort matters, products liability, and handling insurance coverage disputes will be considered a significant plus. We are looking for academically strong candidates who possess excellent writing and analytical skills, as well as practical experience with depositions, discovery, and motion practice. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, exercise sound judgment, and demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This position offers the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility in an active and varied federal and state court practice, with cases that extend on a national scale. Applicants must already be admitted to the Louisiana Bar. Click here to apply. Please submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a recent writing sample.

Traditional Labor Shareholder – Any Office Location (#807)

The law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks a shareholder-level attorney with significant experience in traditional labor law to join our nationally-recognized Labor & Employment practice. Ideal applicants should have a minimum of 10 years of experience in traditional labor law, with deep management-side labor experience, looking to build and grow a practice within a collaborative and entrepreneurial firm culture. Applicants must have a self-sustaining portable book of business and have a demonstrated track record of success representing employers. This is a unique opportunity to develop and lead the Firm’s traditional labor capabilities across industries and our geographic footprint. Admission to practice in the state where the attorney will be based required. For consideration, click here to apply.

Business Transactional Tax Attorney – Any Office Location (#808)

The law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks a shareholder or counsel-level Business Transactional Tax attorney to join its thriving Business Department. The ideal candidate should have at least 10 years of relevant corporate and transactional tax experience and serve as a trusted advisor for internal and external firm clients. For consideration, please click here.

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