Associate Attorney – General Litigation

O'Hagan Meyer

Litigation associate providing legal services within complex litigation processes at O'Hagan Meyer. Requires 3-4 years experience and admission to North Carolina Bar.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in complex litigation processes, including legal research, drafting pleadings, and trial preparation. Proficient in representing clients in mediation and depositions while maintaining effective communication with clients and colleagues.

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Legal ResearchDrafting PleadingsTrial PreparationState Bar AdmissionClient Representation

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Hard Skills

Employment LitigationGeneral LiabilityProfessional LiabilityProducts LiabilityReal Estate LawHOA/Condo Association LawClass ActionsDrafting Discovery RequestsTaking DepositionsDefending Depositions

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam-Oriented MindsetClient Service Commitment

Certifications & Qualifications

North Carolina State Bar AdmissionSouth Carolina State Bar AdmissionVirginia State Bar Admission

Industry Keywords

Complex LitigationState CourtsFederal CourtsAdministrative AgenciesMediationArbitrationSite Inspections

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

O'Hagan Meyer is seeking a litigation associate to join its Charlotte office.
This is an excellent opportunity for associates to provide legal service within a sophisticated practice and who are seeking to assume a significant role in all aspects of the complex litigation process.
An ideal attorney will have at least 3-4 years of experience with any of the following: employment litigation, general liability, professional liability, products liability, real estate / property, HOA/Condo association and/or class actions. Relevant judicial clerkship experience will be credited toward the required years of experience.

Requirements

What you’ll need

This role requires legal research, drafting of pleadings motions and other documents, taking and defending depositions, representing clients in mediation, drafting and answering discovery requests, trial preparation and trial assistance.
Experience with both state and federal courts preferred, as well as state and federal administrative agencies.
This position also requires the ability to communicate with both clients and colleagues in an effective manner.
This position will require some local travel for court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, site inspections and depositions.
A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a commitment to providing exceptional client service.
Admission to the state bar of North Carolina is required. __*Admission to South Carolina and/or Virginia is a plus.*__

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible hybrid schedule.
National law practice with a collegial team with low turnover
Direct client contact and responsibility on high-level matters
Mentorship and development programs tailored to your individual goals and growth
Competitive compensation and multiple bonus opportunities
A robust benefits package, including 401(k) plan with employer contribution, health, dental, and vision insurance, FSAs, paid parental leave, and more