Experienced Personal Injury Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an experienced Personal Injury Attorney in Florence, SC. The role involves representing clients throughout South Carolina and requires an active South Carolina Bar license in good standing. The attorney will manage a caseload from filing through discovery, hearings, mediations, and trial.

Duties

• Represent clients in personal injury cases from initial litigation through settlement or verdict.
• Draft and file litigation documents, including pleadings, discovery requests/responses, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Handle mediations, hearings, and trial proceedings, including jury selection, opening/closing statements, and examinations.
• Collaborate with paralegals and litigation support staff for thorough case preparation.

Requirements

• Active membership in the South Carolina Bar, in good standing.
• Ideally 1+ years of litigation/trial experience in personal injury or related areas, but willing to train those with less experience.
• Strong negotiation, advocacy, and courtroom skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active South Carolina Bar license.

Skills

• Proven litigation and courtroom skills.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in South Carolina.