Overview In this role you will lead sophisticated employment litigation matters for a nationally respected practice. You will work autonomously while partnering with employer-side clients to deliver strategic counsel and resolve complex issues. You will thrive in a collaborative culture that supports attorney development and long-term growth. Your impact spans case strategy, risk management, and workplace compliance, shaping outcomes for employers and driving the firm's mission to provide exceptional service.
Compensation / Benefits- Base Salary: $225,000 - $275,000
- Profit sharing program
- 401(k) with company matching
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and EAP
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Paid time off, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
Responsibilities- Manage employment litigation from strategy to resolution, including motions and settlements
- Draft pleadings, memoranda, and key employment documents such as agreements and restrictive covenants
- Oversee discovery, depositions, investigations, witness prep, and e-discovery matters
- Advise employers on workplace compliance, risk management, and employee relations issues
- Serve as primary point of contact with employers, agencies, courts, and opposing counsel
Key requirements- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Active North Carolina law license in good standing
- 8+ years of employment law and/or significant civil litigation experience
- Experience managing litigation matters, including discovery, depositions, and motion practice
- Experience drafting substantive legal documents and employment-related agreements
- collaborative mindset
- strong client-service orientation
- excellent written and oral communication
- litigation management
- discovery and e-discovery
- motion practice
