Associate Attorney Job in Charleston, SC Near Me - 379718 | BCGSearch.com

Associate Attorney

Type Full-Time

Location South Carolina - Charleston

Job ID EZUI379718

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 5 Years

Ranking 2 : Consumer and/or Business $$

Estimated Salary Consumer Facing Firm Salary-Tend to Be on Lower End in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas Family LawAdoption LawDivorce LawFamily Law - General

2025-06-29 23:34:30

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney licensed in South Carolina to join their team in Charleston, SC. This mostly remote position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in South Carolina family law. The successful candidate will work independently, manage a caseload, and appear in court as needed.

Duties

  • Appear in court on behalf of clients and argue motions during legal proceedings.
  • Complete legal research and prepare motions, pleadings, and briefs.
  • Prepare various legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence.
  • Oversee paralegals, law clerks, and administrative staff.
  • Track billable and non-billable time and enter time entries into the case management system.

Requirements

  • Graduation from law school with a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree.
  • Admitted to practice law in South Carolina and in good standing with the Bar.
  • Experience in representing clients for at least 2 years.
  • Ability to handle a heavy caseload with little supervision.
  • Strong writing and communication skills.
  • Proficient in online legal research platforms.
  • Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide sound advice.
  • Experience with legal drafting, negotiation, and litigation.
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.

Education

  • Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree.

Certifications

  • Licensed to practice law in South Carolina.

Skills

  • Excellent oral advocacy skills.
  • Thorough writing skills.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • Comfortable working collaboratively with legal staff.
  • Proficient in computer literacy.

Benefits

  • Health insurance.
  • Paid time off.
  • Work from home.

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