Litigation Counsel – Negligence & Product Defense (Hybrid)

Pernini Legal, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Pernini Legal, Inc. in Raleigh, NC seeks an experienced Litigation Associate or Counsel to defend professionals in complex civil matters. The role blends substantial litigation responsibilities with meaningful client interaction in a hybrid model.

You will conduct research, draft pleadings, manage discovery, and take depositions while collaborating with partners to shape strategy. Bar admission in the appropriate jurisdiction and 3+ years of civil litigation are required.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 3+ years of substantive civil litigation experience in a sophisticated law firm.

Responsibilities

• Defend clients in professional negligence, commercial liability, transportation defense, and related civil litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies from inception through resolution.
• Manage all phases of discovery, including document review, written discovery, and witness preparation.
• Take and defend fact and expert witness depositions.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related documents.
• Handle court appearances, hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop practical and cost-effective litigation strategies.
• Assist with trial preparation and participate in active trial schedules.
• Provide ongoing client counseling regarding risk management and litigation exposure.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Deposition experience

Legal writing

Client communication

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Excellent academic record

Job description

Pernini Legal, Inc. in Raleigh, NC seeks an experienced Litigation Associate or Counsel to defend professionals in complex civil matters. The role blends substantial litigation responsibilities with meaningful client interaction in a hybrid model.

You will conduct research, draft pleadings, manage discovery, and take depositions while collaborating with partners to shape strategy. Bar admission in the appropriate jurisdiction and 3+ years of civil litigation are required.