Business Litigation Attorney

Job Title: Business Litigation Attorney Location: Charlotte, NC Salary/Pay Rate: $170,000 - $190,000 Excellent Benefits Work Environment: Onsite with Flexibility Term: Permanent / Full-Time Bachelor’s Degree Required: Yes (J.D. Required) Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer get hired Overview A highly regarded North Carolina law firm is seeking a Business Litigation Associate to join its growing litigation practice in Charlotte. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney to work on sophisticated business disputes and complex commercial litigation matters while receiving hands-on responsibility and mentorship from experienced litigators. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of litigation experience and a strong interest in handling complex business disputes from inception through resolution. The firm represents corporations, financial institutions, businesses, and other commercial clients in a wide variety of litigation matters throughout North Carolina and beyond. Key Responsibilities Represent clients in complex business and commercial litigation matters pending in state and federal courts. Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, discovery responses, and other litigation-related documents. Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda regarding substantive and procedural legal issues. Manage all phases of written discovery, including document review and production. Participate in and assist with depositions, hearings, mediations, and court appearances. Assist with case strategy, risk assessment, and litigation planning. Work directly with partners and clients on ongoing litigation matters. Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and third-party witnesses. Assist with trial preparation, witness preparation, exhibit organization, and pretrial filings. Manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school. Active membership in good standing with the North Carolina Bar. 2-4 years of business litigation, commercial litigation, or complex civil litigation experience. Experience drafting motions, briefs, discovery requests, and legal memoranda. Experience handling discovery and participating in depositions. Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities. Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines independently. Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal communication skills. Strong academic credentials required. Preferred Experience Commercial contract disputes. Business torts. Shareholder and partnership disputes. Real estate litigation. Fiduciary litigation. Construction litigation. Appeals and appellate briefing experience. Federal court litigation experience. Compensation & Benefits Excellent benefits package. Mentorship and professional development opportunities. Sophisticated and challenging litigation work. Collaborative and collegial firm culture. Long-term partnership-track opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr