Litigation Attorney 4 Years

BCG Attorney Search; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive and diverse work environment

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Litigation Attorney in Wilmington, NC with 4-8 years of experience to join a busy litigation practice. The candidate will handle general business, eminent domain, and real estate disputes in a collaborative, client‑facing role.

The position requires strong civil procedure knowledge, excellent drafting, and effective courtroom advocacy, with opportunities to contribute to business development and firm growth.

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in civil procedure and evidence.
• Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience with business disputes and real estate litigation.
• Experience managing discovery and depositions.
• Ability to appear in court.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in disputes from pre-suit strategy through trial.
• Collaborate on case strategy, discovery, and motion practice.
• Handle complex contract and commercial tort disputes.
• Manage real property rights and eminent domain proceedings.
• Draft pleadings and dispositive motions.
• Conduct written discovery and depositions.
• Work with experts on valuation and damages theories.
• Prepare for and conduct hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Advise clients on risk mitigation and settlement options.
• Contribute to business development and firm marketing efforts.

Skills

Civil procedure

Evidence

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Discovery management

Court appearances

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Attorney with 4-8 years of experience to join their litigation practice in Wilmington, NC. The ideal candidate will have experience in general business litigation, eminent domain, and real estate litigation.

Duties

• Represent clients in disputes from pre-suit strategy through trial.
• Collaborate on case strategy, discovery, and motion practice.
• Handle complex contract and commercial tort disputes.
• Manage real property rights and eminent domain proceedings.
• Draft pleadings and dispositive motions.
• Conduct written discovery and depositions.
• Work with experts on valuation and damages theories.
• Prepare for and conduct hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Advise clients on risk mitigation and settlement options.
• Contribute to business development and firm marketing efforts.

Requirements

• Solid foundation in civil procedure and evidence.
• Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience with business disputes and real estate litigation.
• Experience managing discovery and depositions.
• Ability to appear in court.

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Good standing with the North Carolina Bar. Consideration for those eligible for transfer admission to North Carolina.

Skills

• Collaborative mindset and strong client service commitment.
• Excellent communication and case management skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and responsiveness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

Inclusive and diverse work environment.