Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney in Florence, SC. The position offers hands-on experience in civil litigation, from case inception to trial, with opportunities for remote or hybrid work after initial training. Candidates should have 1-5 years of practice experience and be licensed to practice law in South Carolina or awaiting bar exam results.

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

• 1-5 years of workers' compensation experience preferred.
• Licensed to practice law in South Carolina or pending bar exam results.
• 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.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Education

• Juris Doctorate or equivalent.

Certifications

• Bar license in South Carolina.

Skills

• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.

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.

Founded in 1995, this firm represents clients in all aspects of workers' compensation, litigation, and employment law. The firm possesses the expertise and resources to provide clients with the best possible representation and deliver strategic and forward-thinking legal counsel. Investing in its employees, the firm offers access to client marketing opportunities, a strong foundation, a support system, and great benefits.