Contract Attorney - Litigation Associate

NACBA; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm seeks a contract litigation associate in Raleigh, NC for a duration of 4 to 6 months. The role involves substantial case management, handling trials, and client negotiations, requiring a minimum of two years' experience and an NC license. The firm offers a professional work environment with competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Quality benefit programs

Flexible work hours

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of state court experience representing creditors.
• Ability to handle significant case volumes with minimal supervision.
• Experience in North Carolina District Court litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage hearings, trials, and case resolutions in various jurisdictions.
• Effectively manage support staff.
• Assist in negotiating settlements on behalf of clients.

Skills

Litigation experience

Case management

Negotiation

Education

NC license in good standing

SC license (a plus)

Job description

Smith Debnam (www.smithdebnamlaw.com) is seeking candidates for a contract litigation associate position to assist in the representation of Creditors' Rights in consumer matters. This position is expected to be of four (4) to six (6) months in duration.

The following are prerequisites for this position:

Experience in North Carolina District Court litigation in a private practice

Minimum qualification of NC license in good standing; SC license a plus

Work out of Raleigh NC office

Handle substantial case volume with minimal supervision

Handle hearings, trials and other matters in various jurisdictions throughout NC (and SC if licensed)

Manage staff effectively in support of practice

Assist in negotiating effective settlements and case resolution on behalf of clients

Ideal candidate’s experience will include:

Two or more years’ experience representing creditors in state court

Dual licensed in both NC and SC

Smith Debnam has been providing legal services to businesses and individuals in the Carolinas for more than 40 years. We provide employees with an enriching, professional work environment that rewards employee excellence, fosters teamwork, and supports professional development. Our employees also enjoy:

Competitive compensation

Quality benefit programs

Flexible work hours

Experience in North Carolina District Court litigation in a private practice

Minimum qualification of NC license in good standing; SC license a plus

Work out of Raleigh NC office

Handle substantial case volume with minimal supervision

Handle hearings, trials and other matters in various jurisdictions throughout NC (and SC if licensed)

Manage staff effectively in support of practice

Assist in negotiating effective settlements and case resolution on behalf of clients