Description
Position: Trial Attorney – Personal Injury
Location: Charlotte, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
If you’re a battle-tested litigator with a passion for justice and a track record of winning results, DeMayo Law Offices wants you on our team.
We’re looking for a Trial Attorney to take the lead on high-value personal injury cases, representing clients from intake through verdict. You’ll handle all aspects of litigation—including discovery, mediation, and jury trials—with the full support of our experienced legal staff.
This is your chance to step into a courtroom-ready role at a respected firm with a mission: fighting for the injured and holding wrongdoers accountable.
What You'll Do:
- Lead complex personal injury cases through all litigation stages in NC District and Superior Courts (SC Bar a plus).
- Investigate claims, develop case strategy, and draft briefs and motions.
- Conduct depositions, discovery, expert consultations, and witness preparation.
- Try cases to verdict—presenting evidence, making opening and closing arguments, and cross-examining witnesses with confidence and clarity.
- Provide sound legal counsel and set realistic expectations for clients throughout the litigation journey.
- Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to improving processes within the litigation team.
What We’re Looking For:
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
- Licensed in good standing with the North Carolina State Bar
- At least 5 years of plaintiff’s litigation experience in NC required
- SC Bar admission preferred
- Proven ability to manage complex personal injury cases from start to finish
- Deep understanding of civil litigation rules, courtroom procedure, and trial strategy
- Fearless presence in the courtroom and calm under pressure
- Excellent writing, communication, and negotiation skills
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Firm-paid life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- PTO, holidays, and paid volunteer time off
- Education and gym reimbursement
- Relocation assistance
- A supportive, mission-driven team that values client care and professional excellence
Why DeMayo Law Offices?
We’ve spent over 30 years fighting for those who’ve been seriously injured—earning a reputation for world-class client service and exceptional legal outcomes. Here, your courtroom skills will be respected, your experience valued, and your mission aligned with something bigger: making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.
Skills Required
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
- Licensed in good standing with the North Carolina State Bar
- At least 5 years of plaintiff's litigation experience in NC
- SC Bar admission
- Proven ability to manage complex personal injury cases from start to finish
- Deep understanding of civil litigation rules, courtroom procedure, and trial strategy
- Experience conducting depositions, discovery, expert consultations, and witness preparation
- Ability to try cases to verdict including opening/closing arguments and cross-examination
- Excellent writing, communication, and negotiation skills
- Courtroom presence and ability to remain calm under pressure
What We Do
DeMayo Law Offices, LLP is a personal injury and wrongful death law firm founded by Michael A. DeMayo in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm employs over 120 legal professionals and specializes in automobile accidents, tractor-trailer accidents, traumatic brain injuries, workers' compensation, and mass torts, primarily serving clients across North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Nebraska.
