Litigation Associate

Taylor Root; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Root in Charlotte is seeking a litigation associate with 5-10 years of experience to join a collaborative and growth-oriented law firm. The role focuses on a broad range of litigation and commercial matters, with landlord representation and real estate disputes a plus.

You will manage all phases of litigation, draft pleadings and motions, and conduct thorough research while building lasting client relationships.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active North Carolina Bar admission required.
• 5-10 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.

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.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal writing

Legal research

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Client relationship building

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

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 5-10 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
• 5-10 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