Junior Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Junior Litigation Attorney with one to four years of experience to join its Asheville, North Carolina office. This role offers an opportunity to develop a sophisticated practice within a collaborative, full-service environment serving clients across the Carolinas and beyond.

Duties

• Draft pleadings and dispositive motions.
• Manage written discovery processes.
• Take and defend depositions as experience allows.
• Argue motions in state and federal courts.
• Support trial teams in complex matters.
• Engage in direct client contact and business development.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Prepare witnesses and participate in mediations and hearings.
• Manage case files and deadlines.
• Coordinate with clients, experts, and co-counsel.
• Contribute to trial preparation, including exhibit and witness lists.

Requirements

• Solid foundation in civil procedure and evidence.
• Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Sound judgment under pressure.
• Experience with business disputes is valued.
• Experience managing discovery and depositions.
• Experience appearing in court is strongly valued.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Good standing with the North Carolina Bar preferred.
• Active license in another jurisdiction with eligibility for North Carolina transfer considered.

Skills

• Collaborative mindset and strong client service commitment.
• Excellent communication and case management skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and responsiveness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to litigate across a broad spectrum of legal disputes.

Benefits

• Hands-on training and mentoring.
• Opportunities for increasing autonomy and responsibility.

As a full service law firm, the attorneys here work as a team to provide exceptional results. Their areas of practice include construction, community associations, family law, health care, intellectual property, tax, real estate, white collar defense, and more. Their offices are located in North Carolina.