Commercial Litigation Associate: Trial-Ready Advocate

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. in South Carolina seeks an Associate Attorney in the Commercial Litigation practice group, located in Columbia, Greenville, and/or Charleston. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits within a professional, congenial environment.

The Associate Attorney will handle complex business disputes, perform strong research and writing, and participate in all phases of litigation, from discovery through trial.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing to practice in South Carolina (additional bar admissions a plus).
• 2–5 years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Strong analytical, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools (Westlaw, Lexis).
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of commercial litigation matters from inception through trial, including.
• Legal research and analysis.
• Drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs.
• Preparing witnesses and taking depositions.
• Arguing motions in court and assisting with trial preparation and participation.
• Develop and maintain client relationships; communicate with clients and opposing counsel.
• Manage multiple case files and deadlines simultaneously.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy.
• Participate in settlement negotiations and ADR when applicable.

Skills

Legal research

Writing

Oral advocacy

Time management

Teamwork

Education

J.D.

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis

Job description

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. in South Carolina seeks an Associate Attorney in the Commercial Litigation practice group, located in Columbia, Greenville, and/or Charleston. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits within a professional, congenial environment.

The Associate Attorney will handle complex business disputes, perform strong research and writing, and participate in all phases of litigation, from discovery through trial.