Litigation ATTORNEY
- Serve as second chair in trials, providing key support with preparation, strategy, and in-court execution.
- Support partners on active litigation matters, including case preparation, research, drafting, and strategy.
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence.
- Conduct legal research and assist in developing practical, business-minded solutions.
- Work on matters involving construction, employment, healthcare, and commercial disputes.
- Help manage case timelines, deadlines, and calendars.
- Participate in client communication and case status updates.
- Contribute to the development of efficient workflows and collaborative processes.
- Attend mediations, hearings, and depositions as appropriate for case involvement and experience building.What You Bring- Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience. Bonus points if you're experienced in construction, employment, healthcare, or business litigation.
- Strong legal writing and communication skills.
- A proactive, collaborative mindset and a willingness to learn.
- Comfort working closely with partners, clients, and legal staff.
- Excellent organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
- Sound judgment and professionalism in a client-facing role.
- Commitment to providing high-quality legal work in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
- A strong sense of accountability—for your work, your communication, and your impact—both within the firm and in service to our clients.
Why You'll Love Working at Gardner SkeltonCulture & Community: We’ve cultivated a genuinely supportive environment where everyone’s ideas matter. You’ll work alongside passionate colleagues who truly enjoy their work—and each other.
Beautiful Workspace in NoDa: Our office is modern, comfortable, and located in Charlotte’s dynamic NoDa neighborhood. Great coffee, amazing restaurants, and vibrant art are just steps away.
Dog-Friendly Office: Bring your furry best friend to work—we believe pets make the workday better.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer attractive salaries ($130,000–$150,000 depending on experience) and a competitive benefits package.
Professional Growth & Development: Continuous learning is encouraged, with opportunities to sharpen your skills and expand your expertise.
Impact & Recognition: Your contributions won’t go unnoticed here. We’re committed to celebrating successes—and supporting each other through challenges.
Supportive Leadership: You’ll receive strong mentorship and guidance from partners who are deeply invested in your growth and success.
No Book of Business Required: We don’t expect you to bring or build your own book of business—we want you to focus on learning, contributing, and thriving.
Ready to join a team that’s redefining what it means to practice law? We can’t wait to hear from you.
Email your resume and a short cover letter to [email protected]. Your privacy is important to us; we’ll maintain complete confidentiality and never contact references without your explicit permission.Work target is 1,800 billable hours per year. The anticipated salary is $13-0,000-150,000, plus potential for bonuses. We also offer a highly competitive benefits package. No book of business required. Strong work ethic is a must.
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