Associate Attorney

A bit about us:

We are an established civil litigation defense firm representing businesses, insurers, and professionals in complex litigation matters throughout North Carolina. Our attorneys handle a broad range of cases including construction litigation, commercial disputes, products liability, professional liability, and premises liability matters. We are committed to delivering practical legal solutions, strong advocacy, and responsive client service while fostering a collaborative and professional work environment for our attorneys and staff.

Why join us?

• -Opportunity to work on sophisticated civil litigation matters with direct client and case responsibility
• -Collaborative team environment with experienced litigators and strong mentorship opportunities
• -Exposure to all phases of litigation, including depositions, mediations, hearings, arbitrations, and trials
• -Growth-oriented role with long-term advancement potential
• -Hybrid and remote work flexibility available as needed
• -Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including:
• --Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• --Life insurance
• --Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• --HRA and FSA options
• --401(k) plan
• --Student loan repayment assistance
• --Pet insurance
• --Paid holidays and PTO

Job Details

We are seeking a motivated Associate Attorney with at least 3 years of civil litigation experience to join our growing litigation practice. This role offers the opportunity to handle meaningful litigation work in a collaborative environment with direct involvement in case strategy and client representation.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing civil litigation matters from initial pleadings through resolution and be comfortable handling court appearances, depositions, written discovery, and motion practice.

Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of civil litigation matters from inception through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal memoranda
Conduct legal research and prepare case evaluations
Take and defend depositions
Attend court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials as needed
Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and insurers
Develop litigation strategy and assist with trial preparation
Maintain accurate billing and case management records

Qualifications
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Active North Carolina bar license in good standing
Minimum 3 years of civil litigation experience
Experience in one or more of the following preferred:
Construction litigation
Commercial litigation
Products liability
Professional liability
Premises liability
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience handling discovery, depositions, and motion practice
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team
Strong organizational and time management skills
Work Environment
Indoor office setting
Hybrid and remote work capabilities provided as needed
Full-time position

Benefits
Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term Disability
HRA and FSA options
401(k) Plan
Pet Insurance
Paid Holidays
3 Weeks PTO
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