Raleigh Litigation Associate Attorney

McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Leadership training programs

Casual dress code

Mental health support resources

Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion

Job summary

McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC in Raleigh, NC seeks attorneys to join its Litigation team. Hybrid options after training are considered. Candidates with 3-5 years of civil litigation experience and NC bar eligibility are encouraged to apply.

The firm offers monthly bonuses and a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will handle case inception through trial with direct client contact and opportunities for leadership training, while enjoying a casual dress code and strong mental

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate or higher and NC bar admission or pending results.

Responsibilities

• Assess new files to establish action plans, budgets, and recommendations.
• Identify pleading requirements and delegate tasks to paralegals as needed.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and other discovery events, providing thorough reports
• Negotiate settlements, secure authority, and prepare for trial as necessary
• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants

Skills

3-5 years experience in litigation

Client communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

AI mindset for legal work

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Join MGC's Litigation Team in Raleigh, NC!

MGC is an industry leading civil litigation firm celebrating 31 years of excellence spanning 22 offices across 12 states.

We are seeking attorneys to join our Litigation team in Raleigh. Remote/hybrid options will be considered after training/integration with the team.

Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of practice experience. Our associates are given hands on experience in all phases of civil litigation from case inception to trial, as well as direct client contact. We offer competitive compensation with monthly bonus opportunities. Must be licensed to practice law in North Carolina or have pending North Carolina bar exam results.

What We're Looking For:

• Willingness to learn and work autonomously and within a team structure
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Initiative and the ability to multitask
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment

Mindset geared toward embracing AI to innovate and elevate everyday legal work

Position Overview:

• Membership track with defined benchmarks
• Hybrid work options

Additional Benefits:

• Paid parental leave
• Leadership training programs
• Casual dress code
• Mental health support resources
• Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Assess new files to establish action plans, budgets, and recommendations.
• Identify pleading requirements and delegate tasks to paralegals as needed.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and other discovery events, providing thorough reports
• Negotiate settlements, secure authority, and prepare for trial as necessary
• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants

Work-Life Balance

Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Education

Juris Doctorate or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Bar

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