Parker Poe - General Lateral Inquiry

About the role at Parker Poe:

Become part of the Parker Poe team that – for more than a century – has represented many of the Southeast’s largest companies and local governments in transactions, regulatory issues, and complex litigation. We are a tight-knit firm that values the person beyond the lawyer or professional. Because of this, in addition to structured integration efforts, you will find that mentorship, professional development, and internal referrals happen organically.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in transactions, regulatory issues, and complex litigation across various industries including education, energy, financial services, government, health care, life sciences, manufacturing, real estate, sports and entertainment, and technology.
• Provide sophisticated legal services while giving back to our communities.
• Collaborate with colleagues in eight offices located in Charlotte, Raleigh, Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, Spartanburg, Atlanta, and Washington, D.C.
• Participate in community service and civic engagement activities.
• Contribute to the firm's diverse and inclusive environment.
• Work with clients based across Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and South America, as well as in the United States.

Requirements

• Extensive experience representing clients in the education, energy, financial services, government, health care, life sciences, manufacturing, real estate, sports and entertainment, and technology industries.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for community service and civic engagement.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Law degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in at least one state.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant legal experience.
• Excellent academic record.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Experience working with diverse teams and clients.
• Knowledge of international legal practices.

Benefits

• Competitive fees and rates.
• High-quality service and satisfaction.
• Recognition and awards from industry publications.
• Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
• Flexible work schedule and remote work options.
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities.

Pay

Competitive fees and rates based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule and remote work options available.

Note: Specific details regarding pay and benefits may vary and are subject to change.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Professional development programs.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Flexible work schedule and remote work options.

International Scope

• Representation of clients based across Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and South America.
• Participation in international legal networks such as TerraLex and the Employment Law Alliance.
• Global business guidance and support.

Diversity & Inclusion

• Building a diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Developing a pipeline for minority students interested in the legal profession.
• Collaborating with clients and local organizations who share our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Participation in the American Bar Association’s Model Diversity Survey.

Civic Engagement

• Commitment to community service and civic engagement.
• Service as mayors, city attorneys, state legislators, and Supreme Court justices.
• Service on boards of universities and K-12 schools.
• Election as presidents of state and local bar associations.
• Deep involvement in charitable and arts organizations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Parker Poe is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes recruitment, employment, promotional, and all other personnel decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.