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Senior Commercial Litigation Paralegal
Location: Charlotte, NC (On-site)
Our client is an award-winning, AV-Rated litigation boutique recognized across the Southeast for handling high-stakes, complex business disputes. Known for a culture of "uncompromising integrity," they represent national corporations and local powerhouses in the North Carolina Business Court and federal jurisdictions. This is an opportunity to join a sophisticated trial team where your expertise directly impacts the outcome of "city-skyline-changing" cases.
The Role
This position is designed for a proactive, high-autonomy professional who thrives in a fast-paced trial environment. You will be the "right hand" to lead trial attorneys, managing the lifecycle of complex commercial cases from pre-suit investigation through verdict and appeal.
Key Responsibilities
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Location: Charlotte, NC (On-site)
Our client is an award-winning, AV-Rated litigation boutique recognized across the Southeast for handling high-stakes, complex business disputes. Known for a culture of "uncompromising integrity," they represent national corporations and local powerhouses in the North Carolina Business Court and federal jurisdictions. This is an opportunity to join a sophisticated trial team where your expertise directly impacts the outcome of "city-skyline-changing" cases.
The Role
This position is designed for a proactive, high-autonomy professional who thrives in a fast-paced trial environment. You will be the "right hand" to lead trial attorneys, managing the lifecycle of complex commercial cases from pre-suit investigation through verdict and appeal.
Key Responsibilities
- Case Management: Independently manage heavy litigation dockets involving contract breaches, fraud, and unfair trade practices.
- Trial Prep: Lead the "war room" efforts, including exhibit preparation, witness coordination, and electronic courtroom presentations.
- Discovery Mastery: Manage large-scale E-discovery projects, subpoena production, and deposition logistics.
- Drafting: Prepare high-level legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests/responses.
- Filing: Execute complex filings in State, Federal, and the North Carolina Business Court.
- Experience: 5 years of substantive experience in Commercial Litigation.
- Mindset: A true "self-starter" who anticipates attorney needs without constant supervision.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in litigation support software (e.g., Relativity, Everlaw) and E-filing systems.
- Certification: North Carolina State Bar Paralegal Certification (NCCP) or NALA/NFPA certification is highly preferred.
- Location: Ability to work on-site in the Charlotte office daily.
- Complex Business Litigation, Civil Procedure, E-Discovery, Trial Support, Westlaw/LexisNexis, Bluebook Citations, Document Review, North Carolina Business Court, Federal Court Rules.
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Salary : $70,000 - $80,000