Litigation Associate

Carter Murray; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Carter Murray in Charlotte seeks a Litigation Associate with 5–15 years of litigation experience to join its growing team. The role focuses on a broad range of litigation and commercial matters, with opportunities to lead case strategy, develop client relationships, and collaborate across practice areas in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Ideal candidates will have strong writing and research skills, be self-motivated, and thrive in a team-friendly culture that supports long-term

Qualifications

• 5-15 years of litigation experience
• Licensed to practice in North Carolina
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Self-motivated with growth mindset
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of litigation from 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 practice areas
• Develop case strategy and maintain strong client relationships
• Handle matters independently while working within a team-oriented environment

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal writing

Legal research

Verbal and written communication

Client relationship management

Education

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

Active North Carolina Bar admission

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