What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business/Litigation Construction Associate position at Maynard Nexsen?
About the Company
Maynard Nexsen is a full-service law firm with over 600 attorneys in 31 locations nationwide. We are devoted to a collegial and diverse work environment, and the professional development of our associates.
About the Role
Maynard Nexsen is seeking a highly motivated Business/Litigation Construction Associate to join its growing office in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Responsibilities
- The ability to work both collaboratively and independently in a team-oriented environment.
- Preference with experience in Construction Law and/or Business Litigation.
- Preference with prior experience in Federal Courts and NC State Courts as counsel for litigants or as a law clerk for the court.
- Draft and review pleadings, discovery and briefs.
- Strong legal research, analysis and writing skills.
- Interpret state and federal statutes, court rulings and regulations related to the Firm’s practice, and provide legal analysis and conclusions as appropriate.
- Document file activity in accordance with the Firm and client’s policies and procedures.
- Review documents thoroughly for relevancy, accuracy and redaction, and ensure compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Communicate with clients in a responsive manner to maintain and further develop client relationships.
- Develop a working knowledge and proficiency of the Firm’s software, internal operations and processes.
- Business development potential.
- Strong academic credentials and writing skills are required.
Qualifications
- 0-5 years litigation experience.
Required Skills
- Strong legal research, analysis and writing skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in Construction Law and/or Business Litigation.
- Prior experience in Federal Courts and NC State Courts.
Pay range and compensation package
Salary, benefits, and bonus are comparable to other Am Law 200 firms.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are devoted to a collegial and diverse work environment.
Additional information on the practice can be found here: https://www.maynardnexsen.com/capabilities-Litigation and https://www.maynardnexsen.com/capabilities-construction