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 and direct client contact in 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.