Associate Attorney - Personal Injury

BCG Attorney Search; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and parental leave

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Charlotte, NC seeks a North Carolina licensed attorney specializing in personal injury to join their legal team. You will work closely with clients and senior attorneys to pursue favorable outcomes in injury cases.

The role involves analyzing evidence, interviewing clients and witnesses, drafting pleadings, and advocating in mediation, arbitration, and trial, with opportunities to contribute to marketing efforts such as podcasts and blogs.

Qualifications

• Active NC Bar admission required.
• Two+ years of personal injury pre-litigation or litigation experience preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Strong writing, research, negotiation and public speaking skills required.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills; familiarity with SmartAdvocate is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze evidence, including medical records and investigative findings.
• Interview clients and witnesses, and consult field experts.
• Research statutes and case law to support legal strategies.
• Prepare legal documents such as briefs, motions, and pleadings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to determine case strategies.
• Resolve cases through mediation, arbitration, and trial.
• Participate in marketing initiatives like podcasts and blogs.

Skills

Legal research

Client communication

Negotiation

Public speaking

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

NC Bar admission

Tools

SmartAdvocate

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a North Carolina Licensed Attorney with a passion for personal injury to join their legal team in Charlotte, NC. The role involves working closely with clients and senior attorneys to achieve favorable outcomes in personal injury cases.

Duties

• Analyze evidence, including medical records and investigative findings.
• Interview clients and witnesses, and consult field experts.
• Research statutes and case law to support legal strategies.
• Prepare legal documents such as briefs, motions, and pleadings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to determine case strategies.
• Resolve cases through mediation, arbitration, and trial.
• Participate in marketing initiatives like podcasts and blogs.

Requirements

• Active member of NC Bar Association required.
• Active member of SC Bar Association preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in personal injury pre-litigation or litigation preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Proficiency in writing, research, negotiation, and public speaking required.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills required.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills required.
• Experience with SmartAdvocate Software is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• Supportive work environment.