Associate Attorney

Associate Attorney $90,000 - $100,000 per year | Wilmington, NC | Hybrid | Permanent 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 Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options 401(k) plan Student loan repayment assistance Pet insurance Paid holidays and pay‑annual‑time off (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 Preferred experience: 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 Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options 401(k) Plan Pet Insurance Paid Holidays 3 Weeks PTO Equal Employment Opportunity We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local law. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. #J-18808-Ljbffr Australia-Employment