Mid-Level Litigation Associate
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking a Mid-Level Litigation Associate to join our Raleigh, Charlotte, or Wilmington, NC office. The candidate should have a minimum of four years of commercial civil litigation experience.
About the Firm
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is a full-service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world. We work with companies in all kinds of industries, as well as trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. Since our firm’s founding in 1848, we’ve continuously evolved to meet our clients’ changing needs and expectations while maintaining exceptional legal service and business acumen.
Location
This position is located in our Raleigh, Charlotte, or Wilmington, North Carolina office. Our contemporary office spaces are designed to support concentration and collaboration, fostering a culture of teamwork to achieve great results for our clients. We have additional offices in Wisconsin, Illinois, Utah, Colorado, Texas, Nebraska, California, and Washington D.C.
Responsibilities
- Draft pleadings, motions, and related litigation documents
- Manage discovery, including taking and defending depositions
- Conduct legal research, analysis, and writing
Requirements
- J.D. from an ABA accredited law school
- Excellent academic credentials
- Minimum of four years of commercial civil litigation experience
- Valid authorization to work in the U.S.
Skills
- Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to work independently as well as effectively within a team
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with a diverse group of clients, attorneys, and staff
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with discretion
- Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate solutions
- Agility to respond to unexpected challenges and develop innovative solutions
- Professionalism and good judgment
Benefits
- Competitive base pay
- Outstanding benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision care
- Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Program and Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Unlimited PTO plus 10 paid holidays
- Performance recognition and bonuses
- ABA, state, and local bar membership fee reimbursement
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Short-term and long-term disability plans
- Life insurance and critical illness insurance
- Parental/family leave
- Bar exam/bar review course reimbursement
- Mentorship program and specialized training programs
- Career development planning and professional growth opportunities
- Flexible remote work policy (up to 2.5 days per week)
- Positive and respectful work climate