We currently have an opening in our Charleston office for an Associate Attorney in the Commercial Litigation practice group. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package in a professional, congenial work environment.
The Associate Attorney is responsible for handling complex business disputes, providing strong research and writing skills, and playing an active role in all phases of litigation.
Responsibilities:- Handle all aspects of commercial litigation matters from inception through trial, including:
- Legal research and analysis
- Drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs
- Preparing witnesses and taking depositions
- Arguing motions in court
- Assisting with trial preparation and participating in trials/arbitrations
- Develop and maintain client relationships; communicate effectively with clients and opposing counsel
- Manage multiple case files and deadlines simultaneously
- Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy
- Participate in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) when applicable
Required Qualifications:- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Licensed and in good standing to practice law in South Carolina (additional bar admissions a plus)
- 2-5 years of experience in commercial litigation
- Strong analytical, writing, and oral advocacy skills
- Proficiency in legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, Lexis)
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience in state and federal courts
- Background in contract disputes, business torts, shareholder disputes, or construction litigation
- Familiarity with electronic discovery and case management systems
- Judicial clerkship experience a plus
