Legal Jobs in None, NC

Marcilliat & Mills PLLC, a fast-paced, highly reputable criminal defense firm, seeks a mid-level Associate Attorney (2-5 years of experience) to join our growing team in our uptown Charlotte office.

The ideal candidate will independently maintain a busy caseload ranging from low to mid-level felonies with minimal supervision. Additionally, the candidate will also provide support to senior attorneys on high level state and federal felony cases, with the opportunity to grow into handling high level felony cases.

Job duties include:

• Independently handle felony caseload and supervise assigned paralegal to ensure outstanding client service;
• Assist managing partners with supervision and training of entry-level associate attorney;
• Maintain meticulous file notes in case management system (CLIO) and provide frequent updates to supervising attorneys;
• Represent clients in District and Superior Court sessions as directed; travel to various counties required.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an ABA accredited law school;
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina, and a minimum of two years of experience handling criminal cases in District and Superior Court in North Carolina;
• Proficient in Office 365; and
• Positive attitude with the ability to work with a team, as well as independently

Preferred Qualifications:

• Genuine willingness to work on some of the most challenging and complex criminal cases in North Carolina state and federal courts, including sex crimes, domestic violence cases, drug trafficking offenses, homicides, and financial/white-collar crimes;
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet deadlines;
• Those with prior experience as Assistant Public Defenders or Assistant District Attorneys are encouraged to apply;
• First or Second Chair trial experience in criminal cases in District and/or Superior Court

***Please include resume and cover letter, detailing your experience with misdemeanor and felony cases, including detailed description of any trial experience (bench or jury trials). Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Read more about our firm at Type: Full-time, on site in our uptown Charlotte office. This is not a remote position.

Pay: $80,000 to $100,000 annually, plus performance-based bonus

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• CLE's and other professional development opportunities

For more information about our culture and firm, head to our careers page:   Values

VC values:

·      Respect—for each other, our clients, our community, our responsibilities as lawyers, and the rule of law

·      Perspective—seeing challenges as opportunities and the law as a tool for taking advantage of those opportunities

·      Knowledge—not just of what you know, but of what you don’t know

·      Courage—the kind that is earned from hard work and preparation

·      Kindness—to others and to self, the ability to empathize and understand

Requirements

·      Admitted to the North Carolina bar, in good standing

·      Minimum of 3 years of commercial litigation experience in North Carolina, including at a minimum experience drafting, filing, and serving pleadings and motions, taking and defending depositions, drafting and serving discovery requests, and representing clients in courtroom proceedings

·      Reside in the greater Charlotte-metro area and have the capacity to attend depositions, hearings, trials, mediations, and other events in person as needed (although day-to-day work for the firm is 100% remote)

·      Capacity to work effectively from home (including, for example, having a dedicated home-office space)

·      Proficiency with Mac OS, Adobe, Outlook, Zoom, Microsoft Word, and other common office technology

·      Ability and desire to manage day-to-day decision making in litigation matters and to develop and execute effective case strategies both independently and as part of a litigation team

Compensation and Benefits 

VC utilizes a compensation package that maximizes flexibility and allows attorneys to set and achieve their own compensation goals.  VC’s compensation package includes:

·      A base salary and a performance-based bonus, paid monthly, that has no cap. Including base salary and bonus, an Attorney with the experience detailed above can expect to make $140,000 to $200,000 in annual compensation.  

·      Health, vision, dental, short term and long term disability insurance

·      401K with 4% employer contribution

·      Firm credit card with ample monthly budget for marketing, professional development, office supplies, technology, etc

·      The freedom to work from home and the technology to do so, including firm laptop, monitor, and all necessary technology

·      Unlimited PTO and paid holidays

·      Employer-paid bar dues, CLE costs, and malpractice insurance

·      Opportunity to qualify for all-expense paid vacation for employee (VC’s Purple & Gold Club)

Robinson Bradshaw is seeking a corporate associate with four to six years of transactional experience, including mergers and acquisitions and similar transactional matters. Preferred candidates would have experience in preparing, drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex contracts and transactional documents. All candidates should have excellent written and verbal communication skills, outstanding academic credentials and the ability to excel in a team-oriented environment.

Job requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school

• Admission and good standing with at least one state bar, preferably North Carolina; Eligibility for admission by comity or bar exam in North Carolina

Join us in the fight for what’s right!

DeMayo Law Offices is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Attorney to represent injured plaintiff-employees in the handling of their North Carolina Workers’ Compensation cases at the Deputy Commissioner, Full Commission, and North Carolina Court of Appeals level.

Responsibilities

• Represent injured plaintiff-employees in their NC workers’ compensation cases
• Provide legal advice and legal representation to plaintiff-employees during each stage of their workers’ compensation case (i.e. pre- and post-litigation phase, discovery phase, settlement negotiation phase, and beyond)
• Assist injured plaintiff-employee in obtaining benefits under the NC Workers’ Compensation Act
• Litigate Workers’ Compensation cases at the Deputy Commissioner, Full Commission, and Court of Appeals level
• Draft pleadings, discovery, orders and motions
• Negotiate with opposing side the terms and language of any settlement agreements and releases/job resignations on behalf of plaintiff-employee clients
• Draft briefs on behalf of plaintiff-employees at the Deputy Commissioner and Full Commission levels of the NC Industrial Commission and at the NC Court of Appeals level
• Oversee and manage Workers’ Compensation Case Managers and Paralegals

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
• License to practice law in North Carolina
• Minimum of 3 years’ legal experience in a Workers’ Compensation law firm and/or insurance defense firm; plaintiff’s side experience is preferred but not required
• Experience working on complex Workers’ Compensation claims
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, demanding environment
• Exceptional analytical writing and verbal communication ability
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• Must be self-motivated and demonstrate initiative to complete duties without supervision
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Extensive knowledge of medical issues in contested and accepted Workers’ Compensation claims, and of the hearing process
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining high attention to detail
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows/Office and ability to learn and use various software programs
• Ability to prioritize job responsibilities to accommodate an ever-changing, fast-paced environment
• Experience using Litify software is preferred

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance
• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Base life insurance paid by the firm plus supplemental option
• Short and long-term disability paid by the firm
• 401(k) with match
• PTO, plus holidays and paid volunteer time off
• Education and gym reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Statement

DeMayo Law Offices is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

A top-tier international law firm with a market-leading finance practice is looking for a talented associate to join its growing fund finance team in Charlotte. This group advises major banks, asset managers, and funds on complex, high-value deals and is known for its collaborative culture and hands-on client work.

Ideal candidates will have 3–6 years of experience in areas like syndicated or commercial lending, leveraged finance, fund formation, NAV or asset-based lending, or acquisition finance. Strong academic credentials and solid law firm experience are musts.

If you are interested in learning more about this position, please submit your resume in confidence and one of our dedicated associate recruiters will be in contact if you meet our qualifications. We will not disclose your identity or share your resume with our client until we have your express permission to do so.

In an effort to expand its footprint in the Charlotte, North Carolina market, DarrowEverett LLP is looking for an experienced Corporate Associate Attorney with immediate availability. Candidate(s) should have a strong acumen for leadership and a desire to be an integral part of a growing office. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm and its clients in ways that enhance its reputation.

Qualified candidates must have a passion for success. Strong record of academic achievement, proven research and writing skills, and a talent for handling matters professionally are minimum requirements. Attorneys must be licensed to practice in Rhode Island and be a member of the bar in good standing.

Role & Responsibilities

• 3-8 years of continuous, specific, and verifiable corporate experience
• Ability to review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts, including equity and asset purchase agreements, shareholder, partnership and operating agreements, loan agreements, license agreements, financing agreements, service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and restrictive covenant agreements
• Research legal issues relating to a wide variety of business transactional issues and provide analysis within the client’s budget and time constraints
• Assist in due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and dispositions
• Manage high client volume and workload responsibility
• Provide advice to clients regarding contract terms and legal implications of business operations and transactions
• Assisting in the development of strategies to manage risk exposure and prevent legal problems from occurring

Qualifications:

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of the laws and rules, as well as state and federal court procedures, forms, deadlines, filing requirements and portals
• Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical arguments
• Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis
• A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion
• Organization and time management skills

Compensation:

• Salary commensurate with skills
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401K with employee match contributions
• Generous holiday and vacation schedules

Charlotte law firm with strong team culture and top-notch benefits is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal with 1+ years of plaintiff's personal injury experience.

In addition to a phenomenal career opportunity, we offer an excellent benefits package:

Benefits Package:

• Competitive Salary
• Incentive plan (in addition to salary)
• Medical benefits
• 401k w/profit sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Time-off Policy (PTO)

Primary duties include:

Handle pre-litigation cases from intake to settlement:

• Communicate with clients on a daily basis
• Set up new claims with insurance carriers
• Request medical records and bills
• Assist with property damage claim
• Preparing settlement demands for insurance carriers
• Communicate with lien-holders on lien reductions
• Prepare settlement documents
• Other aspects of case management role

Candidates must possess:

• 1 plus years of plaintiff’s personal injury experience
• Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis
• A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion
• Ability to resolve conflicts and empathize with clients is critical
• High level organization and time management skills
• Ability to accomplish results and meet goals
• Self-management skills and the ability to hit the ground running
• Attention to detail
• Above average typing skills (60+ words per minute)

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Our firm is a phenomenal place to work and values its team. Although we are all hardworking and driven to results, we value a friendly atmosphere and work environment with quarterly team events, celebrations, weekly breakfast and more.

Please forward resume and cover letter with salary requirements for consideration.

***Current Employers Will Not Be Contacted - All Applications Are Confidential

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $45,000.00 - $67,000.00 per year DOE

Company Description

Jetton & Meredith, PLLC is a dedicated law firm serving Charlotte and the greater Mecklenburg County area, providing personalized legal services in family law, criminal defense, personal injury, and civil litigation. The firm's mission is to positively impact lives and strengthen the community through the justice system. Known for their innovative and client-focused approach, the attorneys at Jetton & Meredith strive to deliver effective resolutions tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Their compassionate and resourceful team values trust and advocacy, helping clients navigate legal challenges with confidence.

Job description:

Family, criminal, and PI law firm in uptown Charlotte seeks an experienced full-time family law paralegal. This position involves working closely with the family law team on scheduling, file management, client correspondence and consultations, and trial preparation. The paralegal supports the attorneys throughout all phases of the department’s cases.

Essential Duties:

· Maintains all administrative standards set by the firm, including preparation and submittal of daily time entries, attendance at administrative meetings, and other administrative tasks as assigned

· Utilizes the firm’s software and technology to update and maintain client information

· Manages multiple deadline-sensitive projects and applies various procedural guidelines of differing jurisdictions as they pertain to family law transactions

· Files documents and makes Courthouse runs

· Demonstrates working knowledge of existing case status, involved player roles and relationships, and pertinent deadlines

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Paralegal: 3-5 year of experience in family law litigation

Work Location: In person

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.

This position will sit in our Charlotte, NC location.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases
• Provide advice and counsel to employers on a wide range of labor and employment laws and regulations

Skills and Educational Requirements:

• JD from an ABA accredited law school and excellent academic credentials
• 5+ years of litigation experience, employment law background strongly preferred
• Active NC bar admission or ability to obtain admission quickly
• Understanding of current court and employment-related agency (state and federal) procedures
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork , along with ability to work independently on various projects

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.