Attorney needed for Durham office

Job Title: Attorney
Job Location: Durham, NC

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced attorney to join its dynamic team in Durham, NC. This firm specializes in various legal areas, including government representation, business law, and litigation defense. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in generating business and a passion for building lasting client relationships. The firm values teamwork, career flexibility, and work-life balance while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and representation in key practice areas such as local government law, commercial real estate, public finance, and more.
• Manage complex litigation and offer expert defense in business-related disputes.
• Advise clients on business matters, including mergers and acquisitions, trusts & estates, and corporate issues.
• Build and maintain a portable client base and generate business opportunities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas to provide comprehensive legal services.
• Stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends to provide effective legal solutions.
• Assist with the growth and development of the firm’s reputation in the community.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-approved law school.
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina and/or Virginia.
• A portable client base or demonstrated business origination capability of $200,000 or more annually.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a drive to grow and manage a client base.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proven business development skills and client management expertise.

Education:

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active State Bar license in North Carolina and/or Virginia.

Skills:

• Strong business development and client relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
• In-depth understanding of business law, litigation defense, and relevant legal practices.
• Ability to manage complex cases and provide strategic legal guidance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal research tools.

Job Location:

• Durham, NC.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with firm matching contributions.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with firm contributions.
• Hybrid work schedule for a flexible work-life balance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• Malpractice insurance coverage.
• Marketing and business development support and allowances.
• Professional development, continuing education, and dues coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Wellness program, including support for mental and physical well-being.
• Paid parking and smartphone allowance.

This firm reportedly has a congenial environment, competitive compensation and full benefits package. It offers transactional and litigation legal services to businesses, financial institutions, governments, individuals and insurance companies. We like this firm because clients have access to the resources and breadth of experience of a full-service firm as well as the direct personal contact with attorneys found in smaller firms. With offices in both central and southwest Virginia, the firms attorneys are able to help clients with legal needs throughout the state. The firm is in a current period of growth that we cant see ending any time soon.