Associate Litigation Attorney

Speaks Law Firm is a well established personal injury firm with offices located in both Wilmington and Charlotte, North Carolina. We have recently experienced a lot of growth and are adding to our team of attorneys. Our firm is committed to client satisfaction; therefore candidates must have solid personal injury experience. We are looking for a North Carolina Licensed Attorney who is in early to mid-career. Acting as an assertive advocate for our clients, you would be joining our team to handle auto liability, premises liability, and commercial claims.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Drafting lawsuits, drafting and responding to discovery, taking depositions, and conducting mediations and trials. 
• Work closely within the litigation team to guide the work of the paralegals and support the senior managing attorneys for civil litigation. 
• Provide legal counsel to clients by analyzing their needs and determining a proper course of action.
• Determine case strategies and solutions to serve client's needs after analysis.
• Research, draft and prepare appropriate legal documents for clients, such as briefs, motions, pleadings, and other correspondence as needed.
• Argue motions in court on behalf of clients during legal proceedings

Desired Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of Personal Injury Litigation experience
• Proficiency in writing, research, and negotiation
• Experience with case management software and documentation
• Communication, problem-solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and public speaking skills required
• Must be able to handle complex caseloads
• Must be an active member of the NCBA
• Advanced computer skills working with legal research programs (Westlaw and Lexis) required
• Superb negotiation skills 

Compensation:
Annual base salary estimated to be $75,000 - $90,000 depending on qualifications and experience. This position is also eligible for an additional commission/incentive structure.

Why work at Speaks Law Firm?

• Ability to be an individual contributor to meaningful work.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• A creative and supportive work environment.
• Excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO & parental leave