North Carolina Associate Attorney

RAS LaVrar LLC; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401K Plan

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Supplemental health insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Job summary

RAS LaVrar is seeking an Associate Attorney (North Carolina) for a fully remote role serving clients across North Carolina. The candidate will manage high-volume creditor’s rights cases from review to trial, ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient resolutions.

The ideal candidate holds a J.D. and a North Carolina Bar license, with 1–3 years of relevant experience. Charlotte residents preferred; multi-state licensing is a plus.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and NC Bar membership required.
• 1–3 years of legal experience preferred; collections/foreclosure/creditors’ rights exposure helpful.
• Residence in Charlotte or surrounding area is desired.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end litigation workflow, including pleadings and discovery.
• Represent the firm at hearings across North Carolina.
• Draft and review motions, and supervise case strategy and status updates.
• Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal collections rules.
• Coordinate with clients and courts while protecting confidentiality.

Skills

Analytical Precision

High-Volume Efficiency

Technical Literacy

Professional Communication

Independent Problem-Solving

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Active North Carolina Bar

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

RAS LaVrar is a rapidly expanding creditors’ rights law firm servicing some of the largest financial institutions in the country. Our offices, home to hundreds of employees across seven states, work diligently to ensure our interests are in constant alignment with those of our clients. Our firm maintains a collegial work environment with opportunities for training and professional development. This is a high-volume and fast-paced practice that prides itself on efficiency and innovation.

Associate Attorney (North Carolina)

RAS LaVrar is a rapidly expanding creditors’ rights law firm servicing some of the largest financial institutions in the country. Our offices, home to hundreds of employees across seven states, work diligently to ensure our interests are in constant alignment with those of our clients. Our firm maintains a collegial work environment with opportunities for training and professional development. This is a high-volume and fast-paced practice that prides itself on efficiency and innovation.

Position Summary

The Associate Attorney (North Carolina) at RAS LaVrar is a pivotal member of our rapidly expanding creditors’ rights practice, focused on the efficient and compliant resolution of high-volume legal files. This role is responsible for the end-to‑end management of cases, from the initial review of conditions precedent to the execution of contested trials and discovery. The position requires a candidate who can balance meticulous attention to detail with the speed necessary for a high-volume environment, ensuring that all legal strategies align with both client expectations and strict regulatory standards.

Responsibilities and Duties:

The following responsibilities are central to the role:

Litigation & Case Management

• Practice Management: Assist with managing the firm’s North Carolina legal practice.
• Hearing Advocacy: Represent the firm’s interests by handling court hearings throughout the state of North Carolina.
• Trial & Contested Matters: Handle contested legal issues, including the drafting and oversight of discovery and representation of clients during trials.
• Resolution Strategy: Monitor file progress and develop effective strategies to bring cases to resolution efficiently while maintaining high-quality work products.
• Pleading Oversight: Draft and review pleadings, motions, and professional correspondence to initiate and advance legal actions.

Compliance & Document Review

• Conditions Precedent Review: Perform comprehensive audits of all conditions precedent to filing, notices, demand letters, and supporting documentation.
• Regulatory Safeguarding: Ensure all actions remain in strict compliance with local, state, and federal collections requirements, as applicable.
• Data Integrity: Maintain and update internal systems with real-time findings, documentation, and strategic recommendations to ensure firm-wide transparency.
• Client & Court Liaison: Exercise a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism when interacting with the judiciary, opposing counsel, and financial institution clients.
• Operational Alignment: Work independently while maintaining strong interpersonal communication to ensure internal systems reflect accurate case statuses.

Core Competencies & Required Skills

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Analytical Precision: Meticulous organizational and analytical skills with the ability to identify corrective action opportunities and present sound legal recommendations.
• High-Volume Efficiency: Demonstrated ability to prioritize heavy workloads and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced, volume-based practice.
• Technical Literacy: Intermediate to advanced proficiency in general office software and legal case management systems.
• Professional Communication: Excellent verbal and written electronic communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly.
• Independent Problem-Solving: A self-starter capable of working independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards for work product.

Educational / Experience Qualifications

• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensing: Active Bar membership in North Carolina is strictly required.
• Experience: 1–3 years of legal experience is preferred; prior experience in legal collections, foreclosure, or creditors’ rights is preferred.
• Location Note: We are looking to hire a candidate who lives in Charlotte or the surrounding area .
• Multi-State Consideration: Additional compensation and special consideration will be given to candidates licensed to practice law, or who become licensed in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Virginia, and/or Pennsylvania.

Working Conditions

• Fully Remote Position (Candidate must reside in Charlotte, NC or the surrounding area)
• Operates no tools, machines, or equipment
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401K Plan
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental health insurance plans
• Voluntary life insurance plan
• Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

RAS LAVRAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.