Civil Litigation Attorney

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Unlimited PTO

Professional development programs

Job summary

A nationally recognized civil litigation defense firm is looking for an Associate Attorney with a South Carolina bar license to join its team in Charleston. This role involves close collaboration with senior attorneys, handling a variety of litigation tasks including investigations, drafting pleadings, and preparing for trials. The firm offers a hybrid work environment, competitive salary, benefits, and a commitment to diversity. Ideal candidates will have strong research, writing, and analytical skills, along with a team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in South Carolina.
• Experience in civil litigation or insurance defense is highly valued.
• Familiarity with insurance defense work is a plus.
• A team-oriented mindset and willingness to collaborate across practice groups and offices

Responsibilities

• Conduct rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses.
• Assist in case evaluation, strategy, and reporting.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
• Participate in depositions.
• Support trial preparation and activities.

Skills

Strong research skills

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Team-oriented mindset

Education

South Carolina bar license

Job description

A nationally recognized civil litigation defense firm is seeking a 2+ year Associate Attorney to join its expanding insurance defense practice in Charleston, Sc. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney looking to grow within a collaborative team and gain hands-on litigation experience from day one.

About the Role

The ideal candidate will have experience in:

• General civil litigation
• Insurance defense (open to any relevant experience within insurance defense)

Youmust be licensed in South Carolina - no exception. This position follows ahybrid schedule, requiring in-office workthree days per week.

What You’ll Do

Associates work closely with senior attorneys and play an active role in all phases of litigation, including:

• Rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses
• Case evaluation, strategy, and reporting
• Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Depositions
• Trial preparation and support

This firm is the “go-to” litigation partner for numerous domestic and international insurance carriers, as well as a wide range of private clients. You’ll gain exposure to diverse, high stakes matters while developing strong advocacy and strategic thinking skills.

What They’re Looking For

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• South Carolina bar license (required)
• Familiarity with insurance defense work and carrier reporting/billing guidelines is a plus
• A team-oriented mindset and willingness to collaborate across practice groups and offices

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Modern, flexible work environment (hybrid + flexible WFH policy)
• Nationally recognized commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Supportive culture with opportunities to learn from experienced trial attorneys
• Variety in your workload across multiple practice areas

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Bonus potential
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Unlimited PTO
• Professional development and mentorship programs

Solid Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable laws.