Litigation Associate

SR Staffing; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SR Staffing is seeking a Litigation Associate for its Charlotte office. The ideal candidate will have 5-15 years of litigation experience and a track record of handling diverse matters.

The role offers a collaborative, growth-oriented environment with opportunities for long-term career development within a respected full-service law firm. You will manage all phases of litigation, draft pleadings, and work with colleagues across practice areas to develop case strategy.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school is required.
• Active North Carolina Bar admission required.
• 5-15 years of litigation experience.
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Self-motivated, organized, and committed to professional growth.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment.
• Opportunities for long-term career growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of litigation from inception through trial preparation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery responses.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex issues.
• Attend depositions, hearings, mediations, and client meetings.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas.
• Develop case strategy and maintain client relationships.
• Handle matters independently while contributing to a team.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

A respected full-service law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its Charlotte office. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 5-15 years of litigation experience who is looking to build a long-term career within a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Practice Focus

This role will primarily support a broad range of litigation and commercial litigation matters. Experience with landlord representation, real estate litigation, and property management-related disputes is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of litigation from case inception through trial preparation
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery responses
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues
• Attend depositions, hearings, mediations, and client meetings
• Collaborate with attorneys across various practice areas
• Develop case strategy and maintain strong client relationships
• Handle matters independently while working within a team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active North Carolina Bar admission required
• 5-15 years of litigation experience
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Self-motivated, organized, and committed to professional growth
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth