Trial Attorney - Personal Injury

BCG Attorney Search; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Firm-paid life and disability

401(k) with company match

PTO, holidays, and paid volunteer time

Education and gym reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a seasoned Trial Attorney in Charlotte, NC, to lead high-value personal injury cases from intake through verdict. The role covers all litigation stages, with support from an experienced legal team, including discovery, mediation, and jury trials.

The ideal candidate has a J.D. from an ABA-accredited school, NC Bar license, and at least 5 years of NC plaintiff's litigation experience, plus strong writing and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed in good standing with the North Carolina State Bar.
• At least 5 years of plaintiff's litigation experience in NC.
• Deep understanding of civil litigation rules and trial strategy.
• Excellent writing, communication, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex personal injury cases through all litigation stages.
• Investigate claims, develop case strategy, and draft briefs and motions.
• Conduct depositions, discovery, expert consultations, and witness preparation.
• Try cases to verdict and present evidence.
• Provide legal counsel and manage client expectations.
• Mentor junior attorneys and help improve processes.

Skills

Fearless courtroom presence

Strong legal writing

Effective negotiation

Excellent communication

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Trial Attorney in Charlotte, NC, to lead high-value personal injury cases from intake through verdict. This full-time role involves handling all litigation aspects, including discovery, mediation, and jury trials, with support from an experienced legal team.

Duties

• Lead complex personal injury cases through all litigation stages in NC District and Superior Courts.
• Investigate claims, develop case strategy, and draft briefs and motions.
• Conduct depositions, discovery, expert consultations, and witness preparation.
• Try cases to verdict, presenting evidence and making arguments.
• Provide legal counsel and set realistic expectations for clients.
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to process improvements.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed in good standing with the North Carolina State Bar.
• At least 5 years of plaintiff's litigation experience in NC required.
• SC Bar admission preferred.
• Proven ability to manage complex personal injury cases.
• Deep understanding of civil litigation rules and trial strategy.
• Excellent writing, communication, and negotiation skills.

Education

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

Licensed with the North Carolina State Bar.

Skills

• Fearless courtroom presence and calm under pressure.
• Strong legal writing and communication abilities.
• Effective negotiation skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Firm-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• PTO, holidays, and paid volunteer time off.
• Education and gym reimbursement.
• Relocation assistance available on a case-by-case basis.