What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney - General/Commercial Litigation position at O'Hagan Meyer?
O'Hagan Meyer is seeking a litigation associate to join its Charlotte office. This is an excellent opportunity for associates to provide legal service within a sophisticated practice and who are seeking to assume a significant role in all aspects of the complex litigation process.
An ideal attorney will have at least 2-3 years of experience with any of the following: general liability, professional liability, products liability, real estate, HOA/Condominium association disputes, privacy and cybersecurity, and/or class actions. Relevant judicial clerkship experience will be credited toward the required years of experience.
O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.
- This role requires legal research, drafting of pleadings motions and other documents, taking and defending depositions, representing clients in mediation, drafting and answering discovery requests, trial preparation and trial assistance.
- Experience with both state and federal courts preferred, as well as state and federal administrative agencies.
- Strong writing and analytical skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
- This position will require some travel for court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, site inspections and depositions.
- A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a commitment to providing exceptional client service.
- Admission to the state bar of North Carolina is required. Admission to South Carolina, Georgia, and/or Virginia is a plus.
- Flexible hybrid schedule.
- National law practice with a collegial team with low turnover.
- Direct client contact and responsibility on high-level matters.
- Mentorship, training and development programs tailored to your individual goals and growth.
- Competitive compensation and multiple annual bonus opportunities.
- A robust benefits package, including 401(k) plan with employer contribution, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, and a paid parental leave program.