Senior Litigation Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Asheville (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Leadership training

Health insurance

Casual dress code

Mental health resources

Diversity & inclusion groups

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Senior Litigation Associate Attorney in Asheville, NC. Ideal candidate has 5+ years of practice and NC license. Remote or hybrid work options may be available after training and integration with the team.

Responsibilities include advising on actions plans, discovery, pleadings, depositions, and settlements, with emphasis on communication and organization within a team structure.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of practice experience.
• Prior insurance defense experience is preferred.
• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team structure.
• Initiative and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

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

Strong communication

Negotiation

Legal research

Legal writing

Case management

Deadline management

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Job Overview

Job OverviewA law firm seeks a Senior Litigation Associate Attorney to join its team in Asheville, NC. The ideal candidate will have over five years of practice experience and be licensed to practice law in North Carolina. Remote or hybrid work options may be available following training and integration with the team.

Duties

• 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.

Requirements

• 5+ years of practice experience.
• Prior insurance defense experience is preferred.
• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team structure.
• Initiative and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Education

• Juris Doctorate or equivalent.

Certifications

• Bar license in North Carolina.

Skills

• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave.
• Leadership training programs.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Casual dress code.
• Mental health support resources.
• Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.