Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney in Columbia, SC. The ideal candidate will have 0-5 years of practice experience and must be licensed to practice law in South Carolina or have pending bar exam results. This role offers hands-on experience, direct client contact, and a supportive work environment.

Duties

• Assess new files to establish action plans, budgets, and recommendations.
• Identify pleading requirements and delegate tasks to paralegals as needed.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and other discovery events, providing thorough reports.
• Negotiate settlements, secure authority, and prepare for trial as necessary.
• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants.

Requirements

• Willingness to learn and work autonomously and within a team structure.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Initiative and the ability to multitask.

Education

• Juris Doctorate or equivalent.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in South Carolina.

Skills

• Thought-provoking and dedicated.
• Team player and functional expert.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave.
• Leadership training programs.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Casual dress code.
• Mental health support resources.
• Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.

This South Carolina-based insurance defense firm uses a strategic focus to meet the end results for their clients. They use proactive measures to provide client reporting, business metrics, and always keep an eye on the bottom line. They provide the lowest possible cost per case by using the minimum necessary hours per file.