Civil Litigation Attorney

Job Overview :

A regional litigation-focused law firm is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Attorney to join its growing office in Asheville, North Carolina. This is a strategic opportunity for a litigator with a strong trial background to work on a broad range of complex defense matters in a flexible, hybrid environment. The position supports continued regional growth and offers meaningful trial and arbitration experience across multiple practice areas.

Location : Duties :

Defend clients in a variety of civil litigation matters

Handle all stages of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motions, and trial

Represent clients in arbitration proceedings

Manage caseload independently with support from a collaborative litigation team

Prepare legal pleadings, motions, and briefs

Advise clients on legal strategy and risk management

Participate in mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation

Requirements :

Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil litigation defense

Demonstrated ability to handle cases from inception through trial and arbitration

Strong preference for experience in areas such as :

Trucking and transportation defense

Products liability

Professional liability

Commercial and motor vehicle litigation

Education :

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications :

Active license to practice law in North Carolina (required)

Skills :

Strong litigation, trial, and arbitration experience

Excellent legal writing, analytical, and communication skills

Ability to manage multiple complex cases efficiently

Professional demeanor and client-focused approach

Collaborative attitude with team leadership potential

Student loan repayment assistance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance and disability plans (short- and long-term)

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid holidays and three weeks of paid time off (PTO)

Remote work capabilities as needed

Relocation support for candidates planning to move to the Western NC region

Company info

DescriptionHumana is a $90 billion (Fortune 40) market leader in integrated healthcare with a clearly defined purpose to help people achieve lifelong well-being. As a company focused on the health and well-being of the people we...

DescriptionHumana is a $90 billion (Fortune 40) market leader in integrated healthcare with a clearly defined purpose to help people achieve lifelong well-being. As a company focused on the health and well-being of the people we...

DescriptionHumana is a $90 billion (Fortune 40) market leader in integrated healthcare with a clearly defined purpose to help people achieve lifelong well-being. As a company focused on the health and well-being of the people we...

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