8 September 2026
Key requirements
Two to four years of experience handling general commercial litigation matters Experience independently conducting legal research Experience drafting substantive pleadings, motions, and other litigation-related documents Experience managing all phases of discovery, including e-discovery
TrendsThe role
K&L Gates is seeking a Junior Commercial Disputes Associate with 2-4 years of experience in litigation for their Charlotte office. This role is for candidates who can independently conduct legal research, draft pleadings and motions, and manage discovery for commercial litigation matters.
What you'll do
- Conduct legal research
- Draft substantive pleadings
- Draft motions
- Draft other litigation-related documents
- Manage all phases of discovery
- Manage e-discovery
What we're looking for
Two to four years of experience handling general commercial litigation matters
Experience independently conducting legal research
Experience drafting substantive pleadings, motions, and other litigation-related documents
Experience managing all phases of discovery, including e-discovery
Excellent legal writing skills
J.D. from an accredited law school
Admitted to or eligible for admission to the North Carolina Bar
Strong academic credentials
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated commitment to delivering the highest quality client service
Judicial clerkship experience· nice to have
Law review experience· nice to have
Other journal experience· nice to have
Benefits
Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)
Pre-tax Commuting Benefits
Dental Insurance
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
401(k) Retirement plan
Health Advocacy Services
Short- and Long-term Disability Protection
Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance
Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)
Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service
Paid Time Off (Generally, paid time off is undefined with 3-4 weeks usually acceptable)
Addiction Resources
Parental Leave (24 weeks of which 12 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)
Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services
Paid Holidays (12)
Family Building Benefits
Pro Bono Opportunities
Flexible Spending Accounts
Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Bar Expense Reimbursement
529 Deductions
Relocation
Accident Insurance
Balanced Hours Program
Critical Illness Insurance
Ramp-Up/Ramp-Down Program
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Employee Referral Program
Bereavement Leave
Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
Perks including: Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Program
Wellness Program
All other benefits (such as leaves of absence) required by law
Hiring contacts
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Junior Commercial Disputes Associate
K&L Gates · Charlotte
Charlotte