Business Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Winston Salem, NC, is seeking a Business Litigation Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience in complex business disputes. The ideal candidate should have a strong desire to work in a fast-paced litigation practice.

Job Overview:

The Business Litigation Associate Attorney will be responsible for representing clients in complex business disputes. This role requires expertise in legal research, drafting motions and briefs, managing complex e-discovery, and preparing deposition outlines and exhibits. The successful candidate will possess excellent written and oral communication skills and must be licensed or eligible to be immediately licensed in North Carolina.

Duties:

• Represent clients in business litigation matters before state and federal courts
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents, including motions, briefs, and pleadings
• Manage complex e-discovery processes and document production
• Prepare deposition outlines and exhibits
• Engage in fact investigation and development
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy and client management
• Attend court hearings, trials, and depositions as necessary

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in complex business disputes
• Experience as a federal court clerk is highly valued
• Preference is given to candidates with deposition and court experience
• Licensed or eligible to be immediately licensed in North Carolina
• Excellent academic credentials
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the North Carolina State Bar or eligibility for immediate admission

Skills:

• Strong litigation skills
• Proficiency in legal research and writing
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload effectively
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

This rapidly growing firm has some serious chops with regards to the energy and natural resources, financial, insurance, manufacturing, real estate, retail, transportation, life sciences, communications, and health care sectors. Given the firm?s growth status, this firm promises multiple opportunities for associates to catch a wave and get in on the ground floor of something big.