Litigation Associate

3-4 yrs required

Full-time

No

Responsibilities include:

Drafting legal documents and pleadings
Conducting legal research
Communicating with clients and opposing counsel
Representing clients in court and during negotiations
Assisting with trial preparation and strategy

Salary Information:

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications

Job Title: Litigation Associate
Department: Litigation
Experience: Minimum of 3 years in relevant practice areas

Litigation Associate Position at Law Firm in Raleigh, NC

Introduction:

Smith Debnam is a leading law firm in the Carolinas, providing legal services to businesses and individuals for 50 years. We are currently seeking a full-time litigation associate with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in relevant practice areas to join our team in our Raleigh, NC office.

Pre-Requisites:

Before applying for this position, candidates must meet the following requirements:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Equipment Leasing & Finance Litigation, Commercial Creditor Bankruptcy, and general Creditors’ Rights
Worked in a private litigation practice, with an understanding of the business aspects of managing a law practice
NC Bar license in good standing
Strong legal analysis and writing skills
Strong courtroom and negotiation skills
Demonstrated leadership ability
Self-motivated, including desire and ability to market his/her practice

Responsibilities:

As a litigation associate at Smith Debnam, your responsibilities will include:

Drafting legal documents and pleadings
Conducting legal research
Communicating with clients and opposing counsel
Representing clients in court and during negotiations
Assisting with trial preparation and strategy

Experience:

The ideal candidate for this position will have 2-4 years of litigation experience in federal, state, and/or bankruptcy courts. Preference will be given to candidates who prefer an in-office work environment and are dual-licensed in NC and SC and/or VA.

Benefits:

At Smith Debnam, we value our employees and provide them with a professional and enriching work environment. We offer competitive compensation, quality benefit programs, and flexible work hours. Our attorney development philosophy supports and encourages associate attorneys in building a practice with the goal of becoming a Partner in our Firm.

Salary Information:

Salary for this position will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Conclusion:

If you are a motivated and experienced litigation associate with a strong background in relevant practice areas, Smith Debnam is the perfect place for you to grow and develop your career. Join our team in our Raleigh, NC office and become a part of a dynamic and successful law firm. Apply now and take the next step towards a fulfilling and rewarding career at Smith Debnam.

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Quality benefit programs, flexible work hours

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Legal analysis, writing, courtroom and negotiation skills, leadership, self-motivation, marketing, business management

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Send resume and salary requirements to the Human Resources Coordinator at the provided address, fax, or email

Qualification and Experience Minimum of three years' experience in some mix of the listed practice areas, NC Bar license in good standing

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