Associate Attorney

Martineau-King-Pllc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible schedule

Parental leave

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Martineau King seeks an Associate Attorney to join its civil litigation defense practice in the Charlotte, NC area. The role offers exposure to a broad range of litigation tasks, including brief writing, motion practice, and trial preparation.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of relevant experience, be licensed or eligible by NC/SC, and possess strong analytical and communication skills. The firm emphasizes client service, teamwork, and professional development with a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience required.
• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina or South Carolina or eligible for admissions based on an existing UBE score.
• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software.
• Experience in civil litigation and insurance defense preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to understand legal issues and provide informed advice.
• Explain legal rights, options, and potential outcomes of cases.
• Analyze case facts and precedents to formulate defense strategies.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Oversee the discovery process, including depositions and responding to requests.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, hearings, trials, and arbitrations.
• Engage in settlement negotiations when appropriate.
• Advise clients on compliance and risk management.
• Maintain client relationships and ensure ongoing communication.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff for case efficiency.
• Enter time contemporaneously to bill clients; aim for 1900 hours annual.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Legal research tools

Timekeeping & billing

Case management software

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Legal research databases

Case management software

Job description

Description

Martineau King is a civil litigation defense firm with offices in Charlotte, NC and Rock Hill, SC dedicated to representing governmental entities, business, individuals, and professionals throughout the Carolinas. We take pride in being a certified women and veteran owned law firm as well as the opportunities we offer for attorneys who want to litigate.

Martineau King is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing all employees and applicants with a workplace free from discrimination or harassment and with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, age (age 40 or older), or genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation will not be tolerated in any of the Firm’s offices or any other work-related setting. Qualified individuals with a disability may request reasonable accommodation to apply for a position or to enable them to perform the essential functions of a position for which they are otherwise qualified. If you need accommodation or need to discuss your situation, please contact Human Resources.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as an Associate Attorney. This position offers a wide range of litigation work including opportunities to become a subject matter expert, write briefs, argue motions, and trial. Associate Attorneys work as part of a team and with independence to evaluate problems to get results.

Key Responsibilities

1. Client (Insured Person/Entity) or Adjuster/Insurance Co.
   • Meet with clients to understand their legal issues and provide informed advice.
   • Explain legal rights, options, and potential outcomes of cases.
2. Case Evaluation and Strategy Development
   • Analyze case facts, evidence, and legal precedents to formulate defense strategies.
   • Assess the strengths and weaknesses of cases to inform clients about potential risks.
3. Legal Research and Writing
   • Conduct thorough legal research to support case arguments.
   • Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
4. Discovery Process Management
   • Oversee the discovery process, including gathering evidence, taking depositions, and responding to discovery requests.
   • Coordinate with experts and witnesses to gather necessary information.
5. Court Representation
   • Represent clients in court proceedings, including hearings, trials, and arbitrations.
   • Present evidence and arguments compellingly and persuasively.
   • Zealously advocate for clients in the courtroom as required under the applicable Rules of Professional Conduct.
6. Settlement Negotiation
   • Engage in negotiations with opposing parties to reach favorable settlements when appropriate.
   • Evaluate settlement proposals and advise clients on their implications.
7. Compliance and Risk Management
   • Advise clients on compliance with legal standards and risk mitigation strategies.
   • Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations that affect clients’ interests.
8. Client Relationship Management
   • Maintain ongoing communication with clients to keep them informed about case progress.
   • Build trusting relationships to ensure client satisfaction and retention.
9. Team Collaboration
   • Work collaboratively with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure case efficiency.
   • Participate in firm meetings and training sessions to enhance legal knowledge and skills.
10. Timekeeping
    • Responsible for entering time contemporaneously in order to bill clients for services performed. Annual billable goal of 1900 hours.

Requirements

• 2+ years of relevant experience required.
• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina or South Carolina or eligible for admissions based on an existing UBE score.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software.
• Experience in civil litigation and insurance defense is preferred. Our other areas of law include construction litigation, defense of government and municipalities, employment law, business litigation, premises and product liability, professional malpractice, transportation litigation, and personal injury.
• Membership in relevant to the Firm practice area specific professional organizations is also a plus.

We offer a competitive benefit package including but not limited to 401(k) plan, 401(k) Employer Safe Harbor contribution, Health, Dental, Vision and Disability insurance, supplemental benefits, flexible schedule, parental leave, paid time off and professional development assistance.

This role is pivotal in ensuring that clients receive competent legal representation, with a focus on achieving favorable outcomes while managing legal risks effectively.