Litigation Attorney (Hybrid) #ESF9006

ExpertHiring; North Carolina; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prestigious firm

Career growth

Competitive pay

Diverse cases

Collaborative culture

Client-focused

Innovation

Work-life balance

Pro bono opportunities

Training programs

Job summary

ExpertHiring seeks an experienced litigation attorney to join a prestigious law firm in North Carolina. You will handle a range of complex disputes, collaborating across practice groups and guiding cases from strategy to conclusion.

Requirements include a JD, 4–6 years of complex litigation experience, and active admission to at least one US jurisdiction with the goal to become licensed in North Carolina within a year. Strong writing and advocacy skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of substantive complex litigation experience.
• J.D. with excellent academic credentials.
• Bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; must become licensed in North Carolina within one year.

Responsibilities

• Work with litigators on a broad array of complex disputes across multiple areas.
• Develop case strategy from pre-suit investigations to trial or arbitration.
• Manage discovery, drafting pleadings, and motions.
• Assist with hearings, mediations, and trials; support senior attorneys.
• Conduct first-chair depositions and related proceedings as appropriate.
• Communicate with clients on case status and risk assessment.
• Collaborate across practice groups to address multifaceted issues.
• Grow through mentorship and increasing responsibility.

Skills

Litigation strategy

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

• Reputation for Excellence: Work with a prestigious law firm known for high standards!
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement!
• Competitive Pay: Attractive salary and benefits package!
• Diverse Cases: Engage in a variety of challenging and interesting legal cases!
• Collaborative Culture: Enjoy a supportive, team-oriented work environment!
• Client Focused: Make a difference with a client-centered approach!
• Innovation: Be part of a firm that embraces modern legal practices and technology!
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible working arrangements!
• Professional Training: Access to continuous learning and development opportunities!
• Community Impact: Contribute to meaningful community and pro bono work!

Job Type : Full Time

Job Description

What you will be doing:

• Work alongside experienced litigators on a wide array of complex disputes across multiple litigation practice areas.
• Collaborate in all phases of the litigation process, from thorough pre-suit investigations and case strategy development to discovery, motion practice, negotiations, and trial or arbitration proceedings.
• Manage and contribute to all aspects of litigation on assigned cases, including factual investigation, legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, and managing discovery.
• Assist senior attorneys in hearings, mediations, and trials; help develop strategies and prepare for significant proceedings.
• Conduct first-chair depositions, hearings, and related matters, commensurate with demonstrated competency.
• Communicate directly with clients, advising on case status, strategy, and risk assessment.
• Work across practice groups to address multifaceted issues in complex disputes.
• Grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and increasing responsibility.

Experience you will need:

• 4-6 years of substantive complex litigation experience.
• 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.
• 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 experience.