Smith Debnam (www.smithdebnamlaw.com) seeks a full-time litigation associate with experience in creditors’ rights to assist with its foreclosure, consumer finance litigation, and bankruptcy practices in our Raleigh, NC office.
The following are pre-requisites for this position:
- Two years’ experience in some mix of the above-listed practice areas
- Prior experience: Worked in a private litigation practice, with an understanding of the business aspects of managing a law practice
- NC Bar license in good standing
- Strong legal analysis and writing skills
- Strong courtroom presence and desire to develop a civil litigation practice
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Self-motivated, including the desire and ability to market his/her practice
- Working in an in-office environment
An ideal candidate will have:
- 2-4 years’ litigation experience representing companies and/or financial institutions in state and federal court (both district and bankruptcy) regarding contracts, loan agreements, mortgages and leases
- Outstanding written and oral communication skills
- Admitted to North Carolina’s Federal Courts
- SC Bar license in good standing
Smith Debnam has been providing legal services to businesses and individuals in the Carolinas for 50 years. Our attorney development philosophy supports and encourages associate attorneys in building a practice with the goal of becoming a Partner in our Firm. We provide employees with an enriching, professional work environment that rewards employee excellence, fosters teamwork, and supports professional development.
Our employees also enjoy:
- Competitive compensation
- Quality benefit programs
- Flexible work hours