Litigation Associate

Bowman and Brooke LLP; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Mentorship and growth opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

Bowman and Brooke LLP in Columbia, SC seeks an Associate for the Product Liability Practice Group. You will handle depositions, engage directly with clients, work with technical experts, manage discovery, and draft and argue motions.

The role offers hybrid work with opportunities to grow through mentorship and trial experience. The ideal candidate has 2-4 years of litigation experience, strong research and writing skills, independence, and initiative to contribute to complex matters and client

Qualifications

• JD or foreign equivalent from accredited law school.
• Active member of the South Carolina Bar.
• 2-4 years of litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Handle depositions and client interactions as part of day-to-day case development.
• Collaborate with technical experts and manage critical discovery tasks.
• Draft and argue motions and support partners on strategic litigation planning.
• Assist through trial preparation and execution.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Independence and initiative

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or foreign equivalent

Job description

Do you love digging into the design, manufacture and science of your cases and building a technical defense? Are you ready to take on more responsibility in your cases and ready for a real challenge? Are you getting the hands-on litigation experience you crave in your practice?

Work with a national law firm that values you for your contributions!

Bowman and Brooke LLP is a nationally recognized litigation firm focused on defending high-stakes product liability and complex litigation matters. With over 200 attorneys across 17 offices nationwide, we are known for our deep bench of trial lawyers and a proven track record of successfully defending Global 500 and internationally based companies, in high-exposure and technically intricate lawsuits in multiple jurisdictions. Our practice spans a wide range of industries, including automotive, pharmaceutical, consumer products, and medical devices.

We are courtroom-driven, client-focused, and committed to legal excellence. Bowman and Brooke has earned top national rankings from Chambers USA, The Legal 500 and Law360, and has been repeatedly recognized as a leader in product liability defense. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages professional development, mentorship, and hands‑on trial experience. In 2025, the firm hit the major milestone of surpassing 1,000 trials.

What you will do -

We are seeking a motivated and talented Associate to join our Product Liability Practice Group in our Columbia, SC, office. This position offers a dynamic opportunity for attorneys with hands‑on experience in litigation to grow their careers in a supportive and fast‑paced environment.

You’ll be a vital member of our team, with hands‑on responsibility for day‑to‑day case development—including handling depositions, engaging directly with clients, collaborating with technical experts, managing critical discovery tasks, and drafting and arguing motions. You’ll also play a key role in supporting partners on strategic litigation planning, all the way through trial preparation and execution.

We’re looking for a self‑starter with 2-4 years of litigation experience, who is eager to develop expertise across a broad range of matters. The ideal candidate will possess strong research, writing, and advocacy skills, a high degree of independence and initiative, and a desire to contribute meaningfully to the success of our clients.

At Bowman and Brooke, LLP, you will:

• Work closely with experienced attorneys who are committed to your growth and mentorship.
• Be given substantive responsibility from the start.
• Collaborate across our offices to deliver personalized, strategic legal solutions.
• Enjoy the benefits of a fast‑paced high‑volume practice with the support of a dedicated team.

This is a hybrid position, with flexibility to work remotely. If you're ready to take the next step in your legal career in a dynamic and supportive environment—we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

Basic Qualifications -

• JD or foreign equivalent from accredited law school
• Active member of the South Carolina Bar
• 2-4 years of litigation experience

Preferred Qualifications –

• Understanding of current state and federal procedures
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
• Trial experience preferred, but not required

Benefits:

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including everything you’d expect – medical, dental, and vision insurance; firm paid life insurance and short and long‑term disability; retirement savings plan with employer profit sharing contributions, paid parental leave, bonus programs and more. Our office is passionate about our clients and each other, seeking opportunities for achieving a high level of success while also having fun. We also offer a variety of mentorship and growth opportunities along your path to partnership. This position is hybrid and offers work from home and in‑office workdays.