Raleigh Complex Litigation Attorney – Hands-On Growth

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful casework

Hands-on experience

Career development

Collaborative culture

Competitive compensation

Long-term advancement

Job summary

Law Firm in Raleigh is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its office. This role offers exposure to sophisticated disputes, client relationship building, and rising responsibility in a collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates will handle complex matters across businesses, real estate, employment, and technology, and contribute to case strategy in state and federal courts. 4–6 years of experience and NC licensure within one year are expected.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 4–6 years of substantive litigation experience.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with the ability to obtain North Carolina licensure within one year.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience managing discovery, drafting substantive motions, and handling complex legal issues.
• Ability to balance competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively within a team.
• Experience at a larger law firm, a judicial clerkship, or prior professional experience outside traditional legal practice is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters from initial case assessment through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research, factual investigations, and case evaluations.
• Oversee discovery, prepare witnesses, and take depositions.
• Participate in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding case developments, legal strategy, and potential risks.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop effective litigation strategies and achieve favorable outcomes.
• Take increasing ownership of cases and courtroom responsibilities as experience and performance allow.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Time management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Law Firm in Raleigh is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its office. This role offers exposure to sophisticated disputes, client relationship building, and rising responsibility in a collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates will handle complex matters across businesses, real estate, employment, and technology, and contribute to case strategy in state and federal courts. 4–6 years of experience and NC licensure within one year are expected.