Litigation Counsel Attorney; Professional Negligence & Product Liability

Overview

Our client, a Southeast regional law firm, is seeking a skilled Litigation Counsel Attorney to join their Professional Negligence and Product Liability Defense Practice Group.

Location:

Raleigh, NC. HYBRID.

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in North Carolina, in good standing
• 5+ years of substantive civil litigation experience
• Proven ability to independently handle fact and expert witness depositions, court hearings, and client communications
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Jury trial experience preferred
• Prior experience in product liability, transportation defense, or commercial tort litigation is advantageous

• Assist partners in all phases of litigation, including case strategy, legal research, discovery management, and motion practice
• Conduct and defend expert and fact witness depositions
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and client conferences
• Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and trial materials
• Manage case development in both state and federal courts with minimal supervision
• Collaborate with clients, expert witnesses, and internal teams to execute effective defense strategies

This is an exceptional opportunity for a litigator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to play a hands-on role in complex defense matters. You’ll work with a long-standing practice with 20+ years of success representing major corporations and insurers in product liability, industrial accident, and transportation defense litigation.

The firm’s culture prioritizes mentorship, professional growth, and community involvement, offering the autonomy of lead litigation responsibility with the support of a collaborative team. If you are seeking a platform where your litigation skills will be actively utilized and advanced, this position delivers exactly that.

• Salary
  :
  Expected base salary range of $190,000 to $310,000
  , as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for multiple bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
  :
  Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; paid parental leave; HSA/FSA; 401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plan; employee referral program; PTO and holidays; an employee assistance program; and corporate discounts

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter
, resume
, law school transcript
, and writing sample for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.