Associate Attorney Job at Margolis Edelstein, Wilmington, NC

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  • Margolis Edelstein
  • Wilmington, NC

Job Description

Due to rapid growth, Margolis Edelstein is seeking Associate Attorneys to join our premier insurance defense law firm. The position is located in the Wilmington office.

We are looking for ambitious attorneys ready to engage with clients, insurance carriers, and the court. This role offers autonomy, professional development, and the opportunity to flourish under the wing of seasoned mentors. You’ll be immersed in a team-oriented atmosphere while gaining substantial litigation experience.

We welcome candidates with a minimum of one year of experience and a valid license in the state of Delaware. If you are ready to step into a role where your growth is our priority, and your impact is tangible, our hiring team would like to explore your potential contribution to our firm's success.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Analyze complex legal and factual issues, conduct extensive, well-reasoned legal research, and independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of clients.
  • Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions (expert/fact/de bene esse), motions, and briefs in support of defense strategies.
  • Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice, and other services to clients and claims personnel on legal and factual issues.
  • Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel in a manner consistent with established office procedures.
  • Responsible for the prompt, efficient, and effective disposition of assigned cases.
  • Prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials, judicial and administrative hearings, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolutions.

Qualifications

  • J.D. and admission to the bar of the state in which you are seeking a position (admission in other states, such as NJ, WV, or PA is a plus)
  • Minimum 1 year of experience in insurance defense or related setting
  • Litigation experience required (e.g., taking and defending depositions, preparation and filing of discovery and related motions, oral argument experience, etc.)
  • Strong writing skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent work ethic

Benefits

Margolis Edelstein offers a generous benefits package along with compensation based on experience. All new associates are eligible for potential salary increases three times during their first year, at the 4-month, 8-month, and 12-month mark. After completing their first year with the firm, associates are eligible for aggressive bonus incentives based on performance. The firm also offers flexible work schedules.

Please submit your resume. A writing sample and/or transcript may be requested during the hiring process.

Job Tags

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