Employment Litigation Associate - Charleston, SC

The Standard Legal Recruiting; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Standard Legal Recruiting is seeking an experienced litigation associate for a sophisticated employment-practice in Charleston, South Carolina. The role emphasizes managing discovery, depositions, and hearings, with a focus on employment matters and related disputes.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of litigation experience, strong academics, and South Carolina licensure or eligibility. A supportive culture and clear pathway to partnership are highlighted in this opportunity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation experience in the large law firm or sophisticated boutique settings.
• Employment litigation experience preferred, but talented attorneys with substantive litigation experience and interest in an employment practice will be considered.
• Strong academic credentials.
• South Carolina licensure or eligibility to obtain South Carolina licensure.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of discovery, depositions, and hearings.
• Handle client relationships and coordinate with partners.
• Argue motions and manage litigation from start to finish.
• Drive employment and related business and tort disputes in state and federal courts.

Skills

Litigation

Depositions

Motions

Client relations

Discovery management

Trial readiness

Education

J.D.

SC bar admission or eligibility

Job description

The Standard Legal Recruiting is seeking an experienced litigation associate for a sophisticated employment-practice in Charleston, South Carolina. The role emphasizes managing discovery, depositions, and hearings, with a focus on employment matters and related disputes.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of litigation experience, strong academics, and South Carolina licensure or eligibility. A supportive culture and clear pathway to partnership are highlighted in this opportunity.