Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation

Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP•Charlotte, NC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP is seeking a motivated and talented Associate Attorney to join our Civil Litigation practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of complex and challenging litigation matters while gaining hands-on experience in all phases of the litigation process. The Associate Attorney will be responsible for managing various aspects of assigned cases, including developing case strategy, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs, managing written discovery, taking and defending depositions, and appearing before state and federal courts. The successful candidate will work closely with clients, partners, and opposing counsel to develop facts, evaluate legal issues, present persuasive arguments, and achieve favorable outcomes on behalf of our clients. This role provides exposure to a broad range of civil litigation matters, including: Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Premises Liability, Motor Vehicle Negligence, Personal Injury Defense, Construction Defect and Construction Litigation, Professional Liability, Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Litigation, Regulatory and Administrative Matters. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical, writing, and advocacy skills, as well as the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment. Attorneys in this role are expected to proactively develop litigation strategies, communicate regularly with clients and supervising attorneys, and contribute to the successful resolution of complex legal matters through negotiation, motion practice, arbitration, and trial. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking meaningful courtroom experience, direct client interaction, and professional growth within a collaborative and well-established litigation practice.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in the State of North Carolina
Minimum of one (1) year of civil litigation experience
Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills
Ability to draft clear, persuasive pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related documents
Demonstrated experience or developed aptitude in trial preparation, deposition practice, legal writing, and legal research
Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong oral advocacy, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to effectively interact with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and colleagues
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team-oriented litigation practice
Commitment to providing exceptional client service and achieving favorable outcomes through strategic and practical legal representation
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work

Nice To Haves

Experience preferably in one or more of the following areas: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Defense, Professional Liability Defense, Construction Defect Litigation
Motivated litigation attorney eager to gain hands-on experience in all phases of civil litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
Possess strong writing and research capabilities, sound judgment, and a desire to build a successful long-term career within Hedrick Gardner's collaborative and growing litigation practice

Responsibilities

Managing various aspects of assigned cases
Developing case strategy
Conducting legal research
Drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs
Managing written discovery
Taking and defending depositions
Appearing before state and federal courts
Working closely with clients, partners, and opposing counsel to develop facts, evaluate legal issues, present persuasive arguments, and achieve favorable outcomes
Proactively developing litigation strategies
Communicating regularly with clients and supervising attorneys
Contributing to the successful resolution of complex legal matters through negotiation, motion practice, arbitration, and trial