Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney
Raleigh, NC (On-site / Hybrid) | $160,000 – $185,000
Perks: Elite Regional Footprint | Chambers-Ranked Practice | High-Stakes Trial Portfolio
Our client is a highly respected, regional law firm seeking a driven Commercial Litigation Associate to join its premier dispute resolution team in Raleigh. This role offers an exceptional runway to handle sophisticated business disputes alongside acclaimed trial advocates in a truly collaborative environment.
Core Responsibilities:
• Direct the lifecycle of complex business disputes, evaluating claims and executing defense and prosecution strategies.
• Draft key pleadings, administrative appeals, summary judgment motions, and appellate briefs.
• Conduct depositions of key witnesses, fact witnesses, and corporate representatives while managing e-discovery.
• Argue substantive motions in state and federal courts, including the North Carolina Business Court.
• Take a primary role in trial preparation, witness vetting, and second-chairing civil trials.
• Partner directly with corporate executives and institutional clients to deliver strategic risk counsel.
Qualifications:
• 3+ years of commercial litigation experience within a mid-size or large law firm setting.
• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active license and good standing with the North Carolina State Bar.
• Advanced proficiency in motion practice, depositions, oral advocacy, and e-discovery tools.
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