Entry-Level Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dog-friendly office

Snack access

Firm-catered meals

Mentorship program

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Charlotte, NC seeks an entry-level Attorney to join a team handling employment matters for large institutional clients and to develop strong legal skills in a collaborative environment.

You will work with experienced attorneys, draft and revise memos, research questions, manage deadlines, and progressively take on more complex assignments while learning client operations and priorities.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of attorney experience; employment law experience welcomed but not required.
• Passed the North Carolina bar or eligible to transfer via UBE.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Curiosity, enthusiasm, and a strong work ethic.
• Openness to feedback and willingness to learn.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Professionalism, discretion, and respect for clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with experienced attorneys on employment matters, taking responsibility for assignments as skills develop.
• Research legal questions, analyze relevant law, and provide clear written analysis and recommendations.
• Review documents and factual records, identifying key issues and information gaps.
• Draft and revise legal correspondence and memoranda, incorporating feedback.
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders to gather information and provide updates.
• Help manage an active caseload by tracking deadlines and coordinating with legal staff.
• Develop an understanding of client operations and priorities.
• Gradually take on more complex assignments and explore additional practice areas.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an entry-level Attorney in Charlotte, NC, to join their team and contribute to employment matters for large institutional clients. This role offers the opportunity to develop legal skills and gain experience in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Duties

• Work closely with experienced attorneys on employment matters, taking responsibility for assignments as skills develop.
• Research legal questions, analyze relevant law, and provide clear written analysis and recommendations.
• Review documents and factual records, identifying key issues and information gaps.
• Draft and revise legal correspondence and memoranda, incorporating feedback.
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders to gather information and provide updates.
• Help manage an active caseload by tracking deadlines and coordinating with legal staff.
• Develop an understanding of client operations and priorities.
• Gradually take on more complex assignments and explore additional practice areas.

Requirements

• 0-3 years of attorney experience; prior employment law experience is welcome but not required.
• Passed the North Carolina bar exam or have a qualifying UBE score for North Carolina licensure.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Curiosity, enthusiasm, and a strong work ethic.
• Openness to feedback and willingness to learn.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Professionalism, discretion, and respect for clients and colleagues.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in North Carolina or eligible for licensure through UBE score transfer.

Skills

• Legal research and writing.
• Analytical thinking.
• Effective communication.
• Time management and organization.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Supportive leadership and mentorship.
• Reasonable billable hour expectations.
• Dog-friendly office environment.
• Access to unlimited snacks and regular firm-catered meals.