Associate Attorney

About the role

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
• HRA and FSA options
• 401(k) plan
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Pet insurance
• Paid holidays and 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.

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
• Experience in one or more of the following preferred:
• 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
• HRA and 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.