Work Environment
Parker Poe seeks individuals who desire a sophisticated legal practice without the sacrifices in quality of life often associated with the practice of law in larger metropolitan areas. Competitive salaries, a low cost of living and reasonable billable hour requirements foster the collegial and supportive atmosphere which is a hallmark of our firm culture. The Associate magazine recently found that these factors combine to make legal positions in North Carolina and South Carolina among the most attractive in the nation.
Diversity
A strong commitment to creating a diverse work environment is central to Parker Poe's core values and strategic vision. Parker Poe recognizes that promoting diversity among attorneys and staff is essential to the success of the firm, its lawyers, employees and clients. The diverse background and experiences of Parker Poe's attorneys and staff enrich our practice of law and our service to our clients. Parker Poe's Diversity Committee is charged with the responsibility for developing, monitoring and evaluating Parker Poe's initiatives and progress in recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and creating a firm-wide atmosphere of inclusiveness.
To view our Commitment to Diversity Statement click here.
Employee Characteristics
Parker Poe hires individuals who possess a combination of talents which will enable them to succeed. While academic accomplishments are very important to us, equally important are qualities of personality, motivation and good judgement and character. By basing our hiring decisions on these criteria, we ensure that the firm maintains a friendly work environment while providing our clients with the highest level of service, quality of representation and reliability.
The firm hires its associates with the expectation that they will succeed and become partners in the firm. Through an integrated professional development program, Parker Poe strives to ensure that all attorneys receive the training, mentoring and support they need to succeed at the highest levels.
Associate Benefits
Parker Poe's benefits package offered to our associates is designed to attract outstanding law students and Judicial Clerks from across the country. It includes the following:
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A salary and relocation allowance at the top of the market (see our NALP forms)
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Associate bonus program
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Intellectual challenges equal to those of national firms
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Career development and mentoring by senior colleagues in a supportive and open environment
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Participation in profit-sharing and 401(k) plan
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Major medical, life, disability and optional dependent and dental insurance coverage
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Parking
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Bar Association dues and continuing legal education (CLE) expenses
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Bar Exam application fee, tuition for standard Bar Review course as well as time off for study
For Summer Associate or Entry-Level Attorney positions, please send a cover letter and resume to:
Mr. John E. Grupp
Recruiting Committee Chairman
Three Wachovia Center
401 South Tryon Street
Suite 3000
Charlotte, NC 28202
Telephone: 704.335.9847
Fax: 704.334.4706
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Ms. Caroline Hemingway
Recruiting Manager
Three Wachovia Center
401 South Tryon Street
Suite 3000
Charlotte, NC 28202
Telephone: 704.335.9879
Fax: 704.334.4706
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