Litigation Attorney – Associate

Elgen Staffing; Charlotte (NC); In loco; USD 125.000 - 150.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Elgen Staffing in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to join a growing law firm. The candidate will actively litigate, manage litigation matters, communicate with clients, and prepare legal documents.

You should have 3–5 years of hands-on litigation experience, a JD, bar admission on the first attempt, and a strong understanding of the litigation process from inception through resolution.

Competenze

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school is required.
• Bar examination must be passed on the first attempt.
• 3–5 years of hands-on litigation experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage litigation matters and adhere to deadlines.
• Strong research, writing, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a legal team.

Mansioni

• Manage and handle an active caseload of litigation matters.
• Develop case strategy and move matters through the litigation process.
• Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, and case law.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other documents.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, conferences, mediations, and similar proceedings.
• Communicate with clients regarding case status, strategy and outcomes.
• Review discovery and other case-related documentation.
• Collaborate with colleagues, opposing counsel, clients and others involved.

Conoscenze

Litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Client communication

Case management

Formazione

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Bar admission on first attempt

Descrizione del lavoro

Compensation: 125000.-150000. / Annually

Our client, a growing, experienced law firm, has an immediate need for an experienced Litigation Attorney, to join their winning team in Charlotte.

Our candidate of choice has spent the past several years actively litigating cases, rather than working exclusively in a pre-litigation capacity. You should be comfortable taking responsibility for litigation matters, communicating with clients, preparing legal documents, conducting discovery, and appearing in litigation-related proceedings. You will bring 3–5 years of hands-on litigation experience and a strong understanding of the litigation process from case inception through resolution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and handle an active caseload of litigation matters.
• Develop case strategy and work matters through the litigation process.
• Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, case law, and other legal authorities.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, conferences, mediations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding case status, strategy, and potential outcomes.
• Review and analyze discovery and other case-related documentation.
• Work closely with colleagues, opposing counsel, clients, and other parties involved in litigation.
• Maintain accurate and organized case files and meet all applicable deadlines.
• Represent clients professionally and effectively throughout the litigation process.
• Evaluate legal issues and provide well-reasoned recommendations regarding case strategy and resolution.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Passed the bar examination on the first attempt.
• 3–5 years of litigation experience.
• Demonstrated experience handling litigation matters and participating in the litigation process.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a legal team.
• Professional judgment and strong client-service skills.