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Litigation Counsel Attorney (Professional Negligence & Product Liability)

Litigation Counsel Attorney (Professional Negligence & Product Liability)

Pernini Legal, LLCRaleigh, NC, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

LITIGATION COUNSEL ATTORNEY - PROFESSIONAL NEGLIGENCE & PRODUCT LIABILITY DEFENSE

Location : Raleigh, NC

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Our client, a prestigious Southeast regional law firm , is seeking a skilled Litigation Counsel Attorney to join their Professional Negligence and Product Liability Defense Practice Group . This role offers immediate responsibility in high-stakes civil litigation, with the opportunity to work across state and federal courts on complex commercial liability and transportation defense matters.

Candidate Profile

  • JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
  • Active Bar Admission in North Carolina , in good standing
  • 5+ years of substantive civil litigation experience
  • Proven ability to independently handle fact and expert witness depositions , court hearings , and client communications
  • Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
  • Jury trial experience preferred
  • Prior experience in product liability , transportation defense , or commercial tort litigation is advantageous

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist partners in all phases of litigation , including case strategy, legal research, discovery management, and motion practice
  • Conduct and defend expert and fact witness depositions
  • Represent clients in court hearings , mediations , and client conferences
  • Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and trial materials
  • Manage case development in both state and federal courts with minimal supervision
  • Collaborate with clients, expert witnesses, and internal teams to execute effective defense strategies
  • Why Join Us?

    This is an exceptional opportunity for a litigator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to play a hands-on role in complex defense matters . You’ll work with a long-standing practice with 20+ years of success representing major corporations and insurers in product liability, industrial accident, and transportation defense litigation.

    The firm’s culture prioritizes mentorship , professional growth , and community involvement , offering the autonomy of lead litigation responsibility with the support of a collaborative team. If you are seeking a platform where your litigation skills will be actively utilized and advanced, this position delivers exactly that.

    Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary : Expected base salary range of $190,000 to $310,000 , as determined by experience and market factors
  • Eligibility for multiple bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package : Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; paid parental leave; HSA / FSA; 401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plan; employee referral program; PTO and holidays; an employee assistance program; and corporate discounts
  • Application Requirements

    Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , law school transcript , and writing sample for consideration.

    Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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