Associate Attorney needed for Winston Salem office

Job Title
Associate Attorney

Job Overview
A regional law firm in Winston-Salem, NC is looking to expand its team with a skilled Associate Attorney. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment where you will provide top-tier legal services to clients, focusing on creditors' rights. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney looking to make a meaningful impact while developing their skills in a collaborative and dynamic setting.

Duties

• Provide exceptional legal representation while managing a high-volume caseload.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research, draft legal documents, and offer sound legal advice on regulatory and legal risks.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel to achieve favorable resolutions in cases.
• Represent clients in court hearings and proceedings across North Carolina.
• Work closely with senior attorneys to ensure proper reporting of legal activities and outcomes.

Requirements

• Active law license in North Carolina (required).
• 0-3 years of experience in bankruptcy, collections, or civil litigation is preferred.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to additional states (e.g., GA, SC, TN, FL, VA, MD, MI, OH) or passing the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) is a plus.
• Strong research, writing, and oral communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active North Carolina law license required.

Skills

• Research and writing proficiency.
• Oral communication skills.
• Legal drafting and case preparation.
• Time management and organizational abilities.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.

Job Location
Winston-Salem, NC

Benefits

• Competitive salary with opportunities for growth based on licensure and experience.
• Sign-on bonus to welcome new hires.
• Relocation assistance is available.
• Additional earning opportunities for attorneys expanding their licensure.
• $5,000 salary increase upon confirmation of admission to an additional jurisdiction.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

This law firm offers full legal services with special experience in finance. Their areas of practice include bankruptcy, litigation, immigration, closings, REO, and evictions. The firm is located in North Carolina.