Charleston Litigation Associate Attorney

McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Leadership training

Casual dress code

Mental health resources

Diversity & Inclusion groups

Job summary

McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC in Charleston, SC, is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 4–5 years of civil litigation experience. This full-time, hybrid role offers hands-on experience from case inception to trial and direct client contact, with remote/hybrid options considered after training.

Qualified candidates must be a Juris Doctorate and licensed in South Carolina (or pending results). Competitive compensation with monthly bonus opportunities and a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate or better.
• Licensed to practice law in South Carolina or pending SC bar results.
• 4–5 years of civil litigation experience.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess new files to plan action, budget, and strategy.
• Identify pleading requirements and delegate tasks to paralegals.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and other discovery events.
• Negotiate settlements and prepare for trial.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Initiative

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment

AI mindset

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Charleston Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Category: Attorneys

Requisition Number: CHARL003292

• Posted : August 28, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Locations

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Mt. Pleasant, SC 29465, USA

Description

Join MGC's Litigation Team in Charleston, SC!

MGC is an industry leading civil litigation firm celebrating 31 years of excellence spanning 22 offices across 12 states.

We are seeking attorneys to join our Litigation team in Charleston. Remote/hybrid options will be considered after training/integration with the team.

Ideal candidates will have 4-5 years of practice experience. Our associates are given hands on experience in all phases of civil litigation from case inception to trial, as well as direct client contact. We offer competitive compensation with monthly bonus opportunities. Must be licensed to practice law in South Carolina or have pending South Carolina bar exam results.

What We're Looking For:

• 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

Mindset geared toward embracing AI to innovate and elevate everyday legal work

Position Overview:

• Membership track with defined benchmarks
• Hybrid work options

Additional Benefits:

• Paid parental leave
• Leadership training programs
• Casual dress code
• Mental health support resources
• Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting Diversity, Opportunity, and Inclusion

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• 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

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a firm that values innovation and a supportive workplace culture, we encourage you to apply to McAngus Goudelock & Courie!

RECRUITER NOTICE:

MGC does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or staffing agencies. MGC will not pay placement fees for candidates submitted without a signed fee and prior approval from the MGC Recruiting Team.

Education

Juris Doctorate or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

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