Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney in Greenville, SC. The role offers hands-on experience in all phases of civil litigation, from case inception to trial, with direct client contact. Remote or hybrid work options may be available after initial training and integration with the team. 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

• 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

• Licensed to practice law in South Carolina or pending bar exam results.

Skills

• Prior insurance defense experience encouraged.

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.

As a law firm driven by metrics, the attorney here protect the needs of insurance companies with an exclusive focus on insurance defense. Their offices are located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee.