Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated Litigation Associate Attorney to join its growing team in Charlotte, North Carolina. This position involves diverse legal research, drafting, client communication, and courtroom advocacy responsibilities. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive mindset, excellent organizational skills, and autonomy to manage cases. A commitment to teamwork and timely communication is essential.

Duties

• Conduct thorough legal research and prepare relevant memoranda.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other court documents.
• Manage discovery processes, including drafting and responding to discovery requests.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Represent clients in motion hearings, mediations, trials, and arbitrations.
• Collaborate across practice groups on various legal matters.
• Handle cases in construction litigation and e-discovery (preferred).
• Travel as required for court appearances and client meetings.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina (mandatory).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
• Self-motivated, confident, and team-oriented.
• Preferred: 2-3 years of litigation experience (open to candidates with varying experience levels).

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in North Carolina.

Skills

• Legal research and writing proficiency.
• Strong interpersonal and client communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage case files.
• Familiarity with construction litigation and e-discovery (preferred).
• Experience with depositions and courtroom advocacy.

Benefits

• Employer-paid parking.
• Automatic 3% 401(k) contribution after one year.
• Employee health/dental insurance ($50/month for employee coverage).
• Vision insurance, flexible spending account (FSA), and health savings account (HSA).
• Short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and life insurance coverage.
• Potential for annual bonuses based on performance.

This law firm provides legal services to clients including small and medium-sized businesses, municipalities, and individuals. Its key practice areas include bankruptcy, restructuring, and creditors' rights, commercial litigation, land use and condemnation, corporate transactions, family law, employment law, and appellate advocacy. Its team of attorneys is highly experienced in these areas. The firm's office is located in Charlotte, North Carolina.