Associate Attorney

Grand Strand Law Group, LLC; South Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Grand Strand Law Group, LLC is seeking an entry-level associate attorney to support our managing attorney in a fast-paced office focusing on real estate, estate planning, probate, and business law. You will learn across transactional areas and gain hands-on experience in closings, signings, and client matters.

You will learn from senior attorneys while contributing to the firm’s growth and maintaining a balanced, beach-side lifestyle.

Qualifications

• SC or NC Bar license; admitted or expected results
• Juris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law school
• Strong written and oral communication
• Ability to manage others and lead teams
• Willingness to learn from senior attorneys

Responsibilities

• Assist and support the managing attorney in real estate, estate planning, probate, and business law.
• Advise staff and clients on real estate transactions and contract questions.
• Attend in-house real estate closings, estate planning signings, and business formation meetings.
• Help grow the firm’s client base and provide sound direction to staff.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative work atmosphere and culture.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Grit

Gumption

Eager to Learn

Active Listening

Education

Juris Doctorate

Bar License (SC/NC)

Job description

Job Description

Are you looking to work with experienced attorneys who will give you the opportunity to learn and further your legal career? If so, we are looking for you! We are an established law firm seeking an entry level associate attorney to assist and support our managing attorney in a fast paced, efficient real estate, estate planning, probate, and business law office. We aim to provide clarity and kindness to all of our clients' legal matters. This is a great opportunity to learn about multiple aspects of transactional law including real estate, estate planning, probate, and business law, and to do so while living at the beach.

The firm currently has three offices with plans to continue our growth. This position is ripe for someone looking to take control of their career and maintain an excellent work-life balance. It is our belief that everyone deserves to be happy in their career while enjoying plenty of time with family.

The right candidate will be able to manage specialized work efficiently, with confidence, and competence. As you grow into the primary attorney of one of our offices, you will learn to do the following: Advise staff and clients regarding real estate transactions, title issues and contract questions, estate planning, probate and business law; Navigate real estate, estate planning, probate, and business law issues with confidence while providing support and direction to all staff; Attend all in-house real estate closings, estate planning signings, and business formation meetings while providing sound direction to clients and making the experience enjoyable.

Detailed training will be provided based on the candidate's prior experience.

We have procedures in place for all aspects of the job in order to support you in this position. The person in this position will report to the managing attorney weekly but will also be a huge part of the leadership team, making decisions for the firm as we grow. The position will generally be task oriented, requiring someone with a conservative, careful, and cautious, yet fun, approach to work. Candidate must be able to manage others while providing a basis for a happy work atmosphere for all team members.

Qualifications:

• SC or NC Bar License - Candidate must have passed the SC or NC bar or expect a passing grade in the upcoming results;
• Juris Doctorate - from an Accredited Law School;
• Grit - If you have it, you know it! We want someone ready to take on the world and succeed;
• Gumption - If you have it, you know it! We want someone ready to take control of their future;
• Eager to Learn - Be prepared to learn from senior attorneys, to meet our clients needs, and grow our client base;
• Effective Communication Skills - Active listening is key when speaking with clients and staff;
• Excellent Problem-Solving Skills - someone willing to think outside the box as well as within the confines of the law;
• Our values direct how we do business, how we care for clients, how we engage with each other and who we select to join our firm. These are: Honest, Kind, Judicious, Tenacious, and Happy

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person