Senior Litigation Associate Attorney

McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC; Asheville, Northern (NC, KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Leadership training programs

Casual dress code

Mental health support resources

Employee resource groups promoting DEI

Job summary

McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC in Asheville, NC is seeking attorneys to join our Litigation team. After training, hybrid work options are available. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of practice and must be licensed to practice law in North Carolina.

We offer opportunities for growth, a supportive team culture, and a competitive compensation package with monthly bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate required. Bar admission in NC preferred.
• Hybrid work options available after training.
• 5+ years of litigation experience preferred.

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

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Initiative

Multitasking

Teamwork

Negotiation

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctorate

Bar admission (North Carolina)

Job description

Join MGC's Litigation Team in Asheville, 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 Asheville. Remote/hybrid options will be considered after training/integration with the team.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of practice experience. We offer competitive compensation with monthly bonus opportunities. Must be licensed to practice law in North Carolina.

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

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

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a firm that values innovation and a supportive workplace culture, we encourage you to apply to McAngus Goudelock & Courie!

Work-Life Balance

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

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Education

Juris Doctorate or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Bar

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