Litigation Attorney

AtWork!; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

FSA benefits

HSA benefits

Parental Leave

Professional Development support

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

NC Boutique Law Firm in Raleigh or Greensboro seeks an associate to handle a broad spectrum of litigation matters, including complex business disputes and tort litigation. The role supports onboarding with technology training and a dedicated development team, and associates are entrusted with real responsibility and active case assignments.

The firm fosters intellectual curiosity, initiative, and independent ownership while offering strong mentorship and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Active NC bar license in good standing.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Professional, collaborative, and personable.
• Interest in working on litigation matters that may extend beyond North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Work across a broad spectrum of litigation matters.
• Participate in complex business disputes and tort litigation.
• Engage in onboarding, technology and systems training.
• Receive mentorship and progressive case assignments.

Skills

2–4+ years civil litigation experience

Active NC bar license

Strong academic credentials

Excellent legal research and writing

Highly organized

Self-motivated

Professional and collaborative

Interest in NC litigation matters

Job description

Overview

Our client is a respected NC‑based boutique law firm with offices in Raleigh, Greensboro, and Charlotte. The firm focuses on sophisticated litigation and commercial real‑estate matters, representing clients statewide, regionally, and nationally. Founded on client service and professional integrity, the firm is known for a collaborative, inclusive culture and a non‑hierarchical structure that rewards high performance.

Opportunity

Associates in the Raleigh or Greensboro office will work across a broad spectrum of litigation matters, including complex business disputes and tort litigation. New associates receive structured onboarding—technology and systems training, access to a professional development team—and are then entrusted with real responsibility and active case assignments. The firm encourages intellectual curiosity, initiative, and independent ownership while providing strong support and mentorship.

Business Development

A dedicated Business Development Director works directly with associates to build professional networks and develop client relationships. Associates are encouraged and supported in growing their own practice over time.

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of civil litigation experience
• Active NC bar license in good standing
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Self‑motivated and capable of working independently
• Professional, collaborative, and personable
• Interest in working on litigation matters that may extend beyond North Carolina

Experience Preferences

• Torts – 2 years (Preferred)
• Product Liability – 2 years (Preferred)
• Commercial Litigation – 2 years (Preferred)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Parental Leave
• Professional Development support
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Type and Location

Full‑time, in‑person; work location: Raleigh or Greensboro office.