Litigation Associate — Hands-On Casework & Growth

Equitas Law Partners LLP; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

401(k)

Available bonuses

Job summary

Equitas Law Partners LLP in Wilmington, NC, is seeking an associate attorney (1–5 years of experience) to support our expanding litigation practice. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical, research and communication skills.

Duties include drafting pleadings and motions, conducting legal research, developing case strategy, and assisting with trial preparation. You will attend depositions, hearings and trials, and interact directly with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in NC.
• 2+ years of litigation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, etc
• Conduct legal research, develop case strategy and analysis
• Assist with case strategy and trial preparation
• Attend depositions, hearings, mediations and trials
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and the court
• Manage an active caseload with attention to deadlines and details

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Legal research

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Equitas Law Partners LLP in Wilmington, NC, is seeking an associate attorney (1–5 years of experience) to support our expanding litigation practice. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical, research and communication skills.

Duties include drafting pleadings and motions, conducting legal research, developing case strategy, and assisting with trial preparation. You will attend depositions, hearings and trials, and interact directly with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.