Johnston Allison Hord will occasionally have lateral opportunities for experienced candidates.
We look for lateral attorneys with proven skills that are well matched to our clients’ needs. Please see below for current opportunities.
Employee Benefits Associate Attorney
Johnston Allison Hord is seeking an employee benefits attorney with 1-3 years of experience to join our Employment Practices & Benefits Practice Group.
Experience in the following areas would be favorably considered:
- Executive compensation, including nonqualified and equity-based plans
- Qualified retirement plans
- Health and welfare plans
- Employee benefits for for-profit and nonprofit organizations
Qualified candidates must have at least 1-3 years of prior law firm experience, including in the employee benefits area.
Please send a cover letter, resume, and copy of transcripts to careers@jahlaw.com.
Litigation Associate
Johnston Allison Hord is seeking an associate to join our Litigation Practice Group in Charlotte, NC. Our Litigation Practice Group represents businesses in complex civil matters and is nationally recognized for its construction law expertise. Two to ten years of experience is preferred but not required. South Carolina licensure is a plus.
Responsibilities Include:
- Providing legal advice to clients on a variety of litigation issues
- Conducting legal research and analysis
- Corresponding with clients and opposing counsel
- Drafting legal documents to include Complaints, Answers, Motions, Briefs, and Discovery Requests
- Handling all aspects of the discovery process to include information gathering, document review, and document production
- Taking and defending depositions
- Representing clients at mediation, arbitration, and in the state and federal courts of North Carolina
Qualifications:
- 2-10 years of litigation experience preferred
- Must be licensed to practice law in North Carolina
Licensure to practice law in South Carolina is a plus.
JAH offers a competitive salary and benefits.
Please send a cover letter, resume, and copy of transcripts to careers@jahlaw.com.
Real Estate Associate
Johnston Allison Hord is seeking an associate to join our Real Estate Practice Group in Charlotte, NC. Our Real Estate Practice Group represents clients in building their businesses, real estate portfolios, commercial developments, and communities. Two to six years of experience is preferred but not required. South Carolina licensure is a plus.
Responsibilities Include:
- Represent clients in real estate acquisition, sales, and development
- Represent clients with regard to leases, subleases, easements, declarations, condominiums, and other title matters
- Negotiate commercial loan terms and documents
- Advise clients on condemnation, rezoning, and land use
- Advise clients on 1031 exchange, opportunity zone, and other tax issues
Qualifications:
- 2-6 years of commercial real estate experience preferred
- Must be licensed to practice law in North Carolina
Licensure to practice law in South Carolina is a plus.
JAH offers a competitive salary and benefits.
Please send a cover letter, resume, and copy of transcripts to careers@jahlaw.com.
Additional Opportunities
The firm is always interested in receiving résumés from qualified attorneys who are interested in working for our law firm. Please send all inquiries to Kenny Lautenschlager, Hiring Partner at our firm.
We appreciate your interest in Johnston Allison Hord, an equal opportunity employer.
Please send resumes via the form below.