Rodgers Waters Law is a Cary-based civil litigation firm that has an immediate opening for a motivated, energetic, and hard-working associate attorney to practice primarily in the areas of auto liability and premises liability defense.
We require skills in legal research; drafting pleadings, briefs and discovery responses; interviewing witnesses; and medical record and bill summarization and analysis.
This is a litigation position, requiring the attorney to conduct depositions and mediations and to try cases throughout North Carolina.
The attorney will assist the current attorneys and eventually handle his/her own caseload.
The ideal candidate will have 3 or more years of legal experience.
However, new admittees are also welcome to apply.
Must be currently licensed in North Carolina at the time of application.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Competitive compensation.
There is great opportunity at our firm for long term growth and development.
Duties:
- Litigate cases in court on behalf of clients
- Conduct legal research and analysis
- Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs
- Negotiate settlements and agreements with opposing parties
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in the legal process
- Attend court hearings, depositions, and other legal proceedings
- Provide legal advice and guidance to clients
Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (J.
D.
) degree from an accredited law school
- Admission to the North Carolina State Bar
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Prior experience in litigation and negotiation is preferred but not required
We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney to join our dynamic legal team.
If you are passionate about the law and dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation, we encourage you to apply.
To apply, please submit your resume and references via email to dwaters@rwlawnc.
com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.
00 - $85,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
* Bonus opportunities
Work Location: In person