Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation - Charlotte, NC

Job Description

Job Description

Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation - Charlotte, NC

Position Overview
We are a trusted legal team in the North and South Carolina markets, and we are seeking an Associate Attorney to join our growing civil litigation team. The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload including commercial disputes, product and premises liability, construction defect, personal injury, negligence, and insurance coverage matters. This role involves managing all phases of litigation from intake through trial and appeals, working closely with partners and clients to deliver strategic, cost-effective legal solutions. If you have at least 2+ years of experience in civil litigation and are looking to join a team with a clear path for growth, we want to talk to you!

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a docket of civil litigation matters including commercial, product liability, premises liability, construction defect, personal injury, insurance coverage cases ect.
• Conduct legal investigations, perform legal research, and draft motions, pleadings, briefs, and discovery requests and responses.
• Conduct depositions, participate in mediations and settlement conferences, and support trial preparation and courtroom advocacy as needed.
• Develop and implement case strategies in collaboration with partners; advise clients on risk assessment, exposure, and resolution options.
• Collaborate with clients, opposing counsel, insurers, experts, and court personnel while maintaining accurate and timely case records.
• Manage discovery process including e-discovery, document production, witness preparation, and coordination with experts and vendors.
• Maintain accurate billing records, meet productivity expectations, and participate in business development and client retention efforts.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD)
• Licensed to practice in the state of North Carolina
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience preferred; candidates with experience in commercial litigation, product liability, premises liability, construction defect, personal injury, negligence, or insurance coverage are strongly preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills with attention to detail and the ability to explain complex issues to clients.
• Proficiency with case management software, e-discovery tools, and standard office productivity applications.

Benefits

 

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Life/Short-term Disability/Long-term Disability
• HRA/FSA
• 401K
• 3 weeks of PTO & Paid Holidays
• Additional Perks: Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Pet Insurance

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 04/09/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$90000 - $140000 USD per year