Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

McAngus Goudelock & Courie; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm is seeking a Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney to join its Wilmington office. This role includes assessing cases, preparing legal documents, and engaging in negotiations while upholding the firm's commitment to diversity and professional growth.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Leadership training programs

Comprehensive health insurance

Casual dress code

Mental health support resources

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice law in North Carolina.
• 1-5 years of practice experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assess new files to establish action plans and budgets.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Negotiate settlements and prepare for trial.

Skills

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Strong organizational capabilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

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Join MGC's Workers' Compensation Team in Wilmington, NC!

At MGC, we redefine the law firm experience. As a highly respected, technology-driven law firm celebrating 30 years of excellence in 2025 spanning 23 offices across 12 states, we're not your typical law firm. We offer flexible work arrangements and competitive compensation packages for motivated candidates eager to succeed.

We are currently seeking an experienced attorney to join our Workers' Compensation team in our Wilmington office. Ideal candidates will have 1-5 years of practice experience and must be licensed to practice law in North Carolina.

What We're Looking For:

• A commitment to our vision of being a nationally recognized insurance law firm, known for legal expertise, innovation, and a strong focus on diversity, opportunity and inclusion
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, enabling effective communication with a diverse clientele, colleagues, and staff, ensuring outstanding customer service
• Strong organizational capabilities and meticulous attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and a willingness to learn database management systems
• Initiative and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and independently with minimal supervision
• The capability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
  
  

Position Overview:

• Membership track with defined benchmarks and goals
• Mentorship opportunities available
• Hybrid work options to support work-life balance
  
  

Additional 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
  
  

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!

Qualifications

Behaviours

Preferred

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivation

Preferred

Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Education

Required

Juris Doctorate

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Bar

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice and Legal Services

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