Litigation Counsel - Professional Negligence Defense(Hybrid)

Confident Search Consultants; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Confident Search Consultants, located in Raleigh, NC, seeks an experienced Litigation Associate or Counsel to join its Professional Negligence & Product Liability Defense Practice Group in Raleigh. This hybrid role offers meaningful client interaction, active litigation responsibilities, and a clear path for growth within a well‑established team.

The ideal candidate holds a JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record, active bar admission, and at least 3 years of civil

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with 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 setting.

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

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Client communication

Case management

Deposition conduct

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

Confident Search Consultants, located in Raleigh, NC, seeks an experienced Litigation Associate or Counsel to join its Professional Negligence & Product Liability Defense Practice Group in Raleigh. This hybrid role offers meaningful client interaction, active litigation responsibilities, and a clear path for growth within a well‑established team.

The ideal candidate holds a JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record, active bar admission, and at least 3 years of civil