Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Attorney with 4-8 years of experience to join its litigation practice in Raleigh, NC. The ideal candidate will have experience in general business litigation, eminent domain, and real estate litigation.

Duties

• Represent business and property-owner clients in a range of disputes from pre-suit strategy through trial.
• Collaborate with partners and clients on case strategy, discovery, motion practice, negotiation, and trial.
• Handle complex contract and commercial tort disputes, real property rights, and eminent domain proceedings.
• Draft pleadings and dispositive motions; manage written discovery and depositions.
• Work with experts and develop valuation and damages theories.
• Prepare for and conduct hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Advise clients on risk mitigation, settlement options, and litigation strategy.
• Contribute to business development and firm marketing efforts.

Requirements

• Solid foundation in civil procedure and evidence.
• Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience with business disputes, eminent domain, and real estate litigation.
• Experience managing discovery, depositions, and court appearances.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Good standing with the North Carolina Bar or eligibility for transfer admission.

Skills

• Collaborative mindset and strong commitment to client service.
• Excellent communication and case management skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and responsiveness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Inclusive and diverse work environment.

With five law offices based across North Carolina, the firm has more than one-hundred years of industry experience. A fairly large team of accomplished attorneys make up their law practice. Areas of practice are comprehensive. Some of their practice disciplines are agribusiness, business, creditors' rights, family law, litigation and personal injury-wrongful death. Community outreach is supported at the firm. Attorneys are proactive in a myriad of community service organizations during the year.