Litigation Attorney – Complex Disputes (4–6 yrs)

Morningstar Law Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Morningstar Law Group in Raleigh, NC, seeks a Litigation Attorney with 4–6 years of experience to join our team. You will collaborate with seasoned litigators on commercial disputes, IP and technology cases, employment, real estate, and regulatory matters.

You will participate in pre-suit investigations, strategy development, discovery, motions, negotiations, and trial or arbitration. The role offers growth alongside mentors in a collaborative, client-focused firm.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• Licensed in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; must become licensed in North Carolina within one year.
• 4–6 years of substantive complex litigation experience.
• Superior research, analysis, and writing skills.
• Strong oral advocacy and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and case responsibilities while maintaining high-quality work.
• Strongly Preferred: Large law firm experience, judicial clerkship, or previous career.

Responsibilities

• Case Management: Manage and contribute to all aspects of litigation on assigned cases, including factual investigation, legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, and managing discovery.
• Courtroom Representation: Assist senior attorneys in hearings, mediations, and trials; help develop strategies and prepare for significant proceedings. First chair depositions, hearings, etc., commensurate with demonstrated competency.
• Client Interaction: Communicate directly with clients, advising on case status, strategy, and risk assessment.
• Collaboration: Work across practice groups to address the multifaceted issues in complex disputes.
• Professional Development: Grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and increasing responsibility.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Case management

Multitasking

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Morningstar Law Group in Raleigh, NC, seeks a Litigation Attorney with 4–6 years of experience to join our team. You will collaborate with seasoned litigators on commercial disputes, IP and technology cases, employment, real estate, and regulatory matters.

You will participate in pre-suit investigations, strategy development, discovery, motions, negotiations, and trial or arbitration. The role offers growth alongside mentors in a collaborative, client-focused firm.