What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Litigation/Disputes Associate (Charlotte, NC) position at Latitude Legal?
Latitude is assisting a highly regarded AmLaw 100 law firm in its search for a Junior Commercial Litigation/Disputes Associate to join its Charlotte office. This is an excellent permanent opportunity for an attorney looking to build experience handling sophisticated commercial litigation matters while receiving strong mentorship and meaningful opportunities for growth.
The ideal candidate will have 2 years of experience in commercial litigation, including general business disputes, multidistrict litigation, and/or class actions in state and federal courts.
Qualifications
The firm offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Base salary will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors, with additional details provided during the interview process.
Eligible full-time Associates may receive from the firm medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage (including HSA options), life and disability insurance, retirement benefits through a 401(k) plan, and various supplemental coverages such as accident, critical illness, and identity protection insurance. The firm also provides generous parental leave, paid holidays, flexible paid time off, hybrid and remote work opportunities, wellness programs, family-building and caregiving support, and access to mental health and addiction resources. Additional benefits include student loan support, professional development and CLE opportunities, bar expense reimbursement, pro bono initiatives, relocation assistance, bonus eligibility, and a range of employee perks and discount programs, along with all legally required leave and benefits.
Confidentiality
Latitude will not disclose your identity or propose you to prospective clients without your prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Only qualified applicants should apply.
About Latitude
Latitude is a full-service national legal services company that specializes in providing high-end, flexible contract engagements and permanent positions to outstanding attorneys, paralegals, compliance officers and legal operations professionals. We work closely with our candidates to understand their career goals and match them with the substantive engagements they want with our clients, who range from Fortune 500 corporations to small companies and Global 50 law firms to boutiques. With offices coast-to-coast, we employ legal professionals across the country. Latitude’s client service leaders and recruiters are all former practicing attorneys and understand the demands faced by those we serve.
For more information about Latitude, please visit us at https://latitudelegal.com.
Latitude is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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The ideal candidate will have 2 years of experience in commercial litigation, including general business disputes, multidistrict litigation, and/or class actions in state and federal courts.
Qualifications
- 2 years of commercial litigation experience
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Admission to the North Carolina Bar, or eligibility to sit for the North Carolina Bar
- Judicial clerkship and/or law journal experience preferred, but not required
- Should have experience independently conducting legal research, drafting substantive pleadings and motions, and organizing and managing discovery, including e-discovery.
- Strong academic credentials and excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound professional judgment
- Commitment to delivering exceptional client service
- Type of role: Permanent Placement
- Schedule: Full-Time
- Location: On-site at the firm’s Charlotte, NC office.
The firm offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Base salary will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors, with additional details provided during the interview process.
Eligible full-time Associates may receive from the firm medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage (including HSA options), life and disability insurance, retirement benefits through a 401(k) plan, and various supplemental coverages such as accident, critical illness, and identity protection insurance. The firm also provides generous parental leave, paid holidays, flexible paid time off, hybrid and remote work opportunities, wellness programs, family-building and caregiving support, and access to mental health and addiction resources. Additional benefits include student loan support, professional development and CLE opportunities, bar expense reimbursement, pro bono initiatives, relocation assistance, bonus eligibility, and a range of employee perks and discount programs, along with all legally required leave and benefits.
Confidentiality
Latitude will not disclose your identity or propose you to prospective clients without your prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Only qualified applicants should apply.
About Latitude
Latitude is a full-service national legal services company that specializes in providing high-end, flexible contract engagements and permanent positions to outstanding attorneys, paralegals, compliance officers and legal operations professionals. We work closely with our candidates to understand their career goals and match them with the substantive engagements they want with our clients, who range from Fortune 500 corporations to small companies and Global 50 law firms to boutiques. With offices coast-to-coast, we employ legal professionals across the country. Latitude’s client service leaders and recruiters are all former practicing attorneys and understand the demands faced by those we serve.
For more information about Latitude, please visit us at https://latitudelegal.com.
Latitude is an Equal Opportunity Employer
LATWA