Litigation Associate (R) (b)

Ave Staffing; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Defined path to partner

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A civil litigation-focused attorney position in Raleigh, NC on-site with Ave Staffing LLC. The role manages civil litigation and insurance defense cases from strategy through trial, with exposure to high-level motions and depositions.

Qualified candidates have 3–5 years in civil litigation, an active NC State Bar license, and hands-on courtroom experience. The firm offers mentorship, strong support staff, and performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• Active NC State Bar license is required.
• 3–5 years of civil litigation or insurance defense experience.
• Hands-on courtroom experience handling motions and depositions.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation and insurance defense cases from strategy through trial or resolution.
• Take and defend depositions, appear in court, and argue motions.
• Draft pleadings, discovery requests, dispositive motions, and case evaluations.
• Counsel clients on litigation risk and strategy with support teams.
• Coordinate with paralegals on e-discovery and trial prep.

Skills

Civil litigation

Insurance defense

Courtroom experience

Education

NC State Bar license

Tools

Legal research platforms

Electronic filing systems

Case management software

Job description

Litigation Associate Attorney

Raleigh, NC (On-Site) | $90,000 - $110,000

Perks: Performance Bonuses | Defined Path to Partner | Paid Parental Leave

Our client is a premier defense firm operating on a well-established national platform. They are seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney to manage civil litigation cases in Raleigh, offering high-level trial exposure, dedicated mentorship, and strong administrative support.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation and insurance defense cases from initial strategy through trial or resolution.
• Take and defend depositions, handle court appearances, and argue contested motions.
• Draft pleadings, written discovery requests, dispositive motions, and strategic case evaluations.
• Counsel corporate clients and insurance carriers on litigation risk, case strategy, and exposure.
• Partner with paralegals and legal support staff to oversee electronic discovery and trial preparation.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of civil litigation or insurance defense experience in a law firm setting.
• Active license and good standing with the North Carolina State Bar.
• Hands-on courtroom experience managing motion practice and depositions independently.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms, electronic filing systems, and case management software.