Job Description

Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Description:

The civil litigation associate position offers a wide range of challenging litigation work, manages various phases of litigation for assigned cases, all phases of discovery, appears before state and federal courts, performs legal research, drafts pleadings, motions and briefs, conducts depositions, develops facts, makes legal arguments, reports case updates to managing attorney and clients in defense of our clients.  This position will develop strategies for litigated matters, including commercial, regulatory, product liability, premises liability, motor vehicle negligence, personal injury, construction defect, professional liability, and insurance-coverage matters.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the areas of commercial litigation, insurance defense, professional liability defense, and/or construction defect litigation.
• Strong research and writing capabilities are a must.
• Ideal candidate has significant experience and developed talent in the areas of trial and deposition, legal writing, and legal research.
• Experience defending civil litigation claims with preference given for handling matters in the areas of construction litigation, products liability, professional liability, premises liability, and commercial litigation
• Bar license in state of North Carolina

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation: DOE
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K with Employer Contribution
• Flexible spending accounts
• Parental leave policies
• Mental health and wellness resources
• Monthly Gym Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 10 paid holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Home office support

What sets us apart:

• Diversity & Inclusion initiatives
• Community service and pro bono programs
• Social events and team building
• Comprehensive CLE programs
• Leadership development initiatives
• Bar exam support and admission assistance
• Conference and seminar attendance
• Internal training programs
• Pro bono opportunities

Apply today!

If you're an attorney ready to take your litigation career to the next level in a collaborative, well-respected, and supportive environment, please send your resume directly for a completely confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.