Pernini Legal ยท 5 hours ago
Litigation Counsel Attorney (Professional Negligence & Product Liability)
Pernini Legal is a prestigious Southeast regional law firm seeking a skilled Litigation Counsel Attorney to join their Professional Negligence and Product Liability Defense Practice Group. This role involves immediate responsibility in high-stakes civil litigation, working across state and federal courts on complex commercial liability and transportation defense matters.
Law Practice
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
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
Jury trial experience preferred
Prior experience in product liability, transportation defense, or commercial tort litigation is advantageous
Benefits
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
Corporate discounts
Company
Pernini Legal
Pernini Legal brings over three decades of unparalleled legal experience.
Funding
Current Stage
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