Associate Attorney - Litigation

Richardsonplowden; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Competitive salary

Collegial work environment

Job summary

Richardsonplowden in Columbia, SC is seeking an Associate Attorney to oversee general litigation matters. The role requires a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and a license to practice law in South Carolina, along with 2 to 5 years of experience in commercial litigation. Responsibilities include conducting legal research, preparing court documents, and managing client relationships. The firm offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a collegial work environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in South Carolina.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in commercial litigation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general litigation matters from inception through trial.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft necessary documents.
• Prepare witnesses and present motions in court.
• Cultivate client relationships while managing multiple cases.
• Collaborate on case strategies and participate in settlement negotiations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Advocacy skills

Organizational abilities

Team collaboration

Legal research proficiency

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

Richardson Plowden & Robinson is a mid-size firm in South Carolina that provides legal advice to individuals, corporations, hospitals, and professionals. We are a business defense firm with multiple practice areas including litigation, construction, healthcare, corporate, real estate, and employment law.

We currently have an opening for an Associate Attorney in our Columbia, SC office. The firm offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collegial work environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general litigation matters from inception through trial.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft necessary documents.
• Prepare witnesses and present motions in court.
• Cultivate client relationships while managing multiple cases.
• Collaborate on case strategies and participate in settlement negotiations.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited institution.
• Licensed to practice law in South Carolina.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Strong analytical, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Proficient in legal research tools.
• Excellent organizational abilities and a collaborative team spirit.