Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a full-time Litigation Associate Attorney in Raleigh, NC, to assist in representing creditors' rights in consumer matters. The role requires handling a substantial case volume with minimal supervision and managing staff effectively.

Duties

• Handle hearings, trials, and other legal matters in various jurisdictions throughout NC and SC.
• Negotiate settlements and case resolutions on behalf of clients.
• Manage staff to support practice efficiency.
• Travel for court appearances across the state, approximately 20% to 40% of the time.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year's experience in litigation in private practice.
• Reside in the Raleigh-Durham-RTP area in NC.
• Dual licensed in NC and SC, or willingness to obtain SC licensure.
• Three years' experience representing creditors in state court preferred.
• Preference for in-office work environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina.
• South Carolina licensure preferred or willingness to obtain.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and case resolution skills.
• Ability to manage a high volume of cases independently.
• Effective staff management and leadership abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including performance incentives.
• Quality benefit programs.
• Flexible work hours.

For nearly half a century, this firm practices in areas like Construction Law, Family Law, Real Estate, Equipment Leasing and Financing, Business Litigation and more. This firm has nearly five offices spread through North and South Carolina, with over 30 attorneys working tediously day in and day out to pursue their goals for their clients.