Civil Litigation Attorney
Job Description
Summary
A well-established civil litigation firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney with 2+ years of experience to join its growing litigation team. This role offers hands-on experience handling complex civil litigation matters while working closely with experienced attorneys. The ideal candidate will have a background in civil litigation, with experience in insurance defense, construction litigation, or insurance coverage disputes preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in managing civil litigation matters from inception through resolution.
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
Conduct legal research and case analysis.
Handle written discovery, document review, and discovery responses.
Participate in and conduct depositions.
Support trial preparation, arbitration, mediations, and hearings.
Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and third parties.
Collaborate with senior attorneys on litigation strategy and case management.
Gradually assume increased responsibility for independently handling cases.
Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school.
Active North Carolina Bar admission.
Minimum of 2 years of civil litigation experience.
Strong legal writing, analytical, research, and organizational skills.
Experience managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Interest in developing deposition, courtroom, and trial advocacy skills.
Preferred Experience
Insurance defense litigation.
Construction defect or construction-related litigation.
Insurance coverage disputes.
Depositions, hearings, mediation, and trial preparation.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience.
401(k) with employer match.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA).
Life and disability insurance.
Long-term career growth and mentorship opportunities.
Life and AD&D insurance
401(k) with employer contribution
Profit-sharing plan
Annual salary review
Merit-based bonus opportunities
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