Litigation Partner or Senior Counsel

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Litigation Partner or Senior Counsel to join its expanding offices in Durham, NC. The candidate should possess a minimum of ten years of significant civil and/or commercial litigation experience and a reasonable book of portable litigation business. This role requires a self-starter capable of managing an active caseload and contributing to the firm's growth in North Carolina.

Duties

• Manage and oversee an active litigation caseload.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, briefs, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct discovery, including depositions and trial preparation.
• Perform legal research, analysis, and writing.
• Engage in oral advocacy and communication with clients and courts.
• Network actively within the community and various organizations.

Requirements

• Minimum of ten years of significant commercial litigation experience.
• Experience in construction litigation preferred.
• Current member of the North Carolina bar.
• Litigation experience in North Carolina federal and state courts.
• Ability to manage a team of associates and paralegals.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Education

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Current membership in the North Carolina bar.

Skills

• Strong legal research and analysis skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision care.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans.
• Life and Critical Illness Insurance.
• Parental/Family Leave.
• Flexible remote work policy.
• Unlimited PTO plus 10 paid holidays.
• Professional growth and mentorship programs.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306