Litigation Associate Attorney

McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC; Myrtle Beach (SC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Leadership training programs

Casual dress code

Mental health support resources

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion groups

Job summary

McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC in Myrtle Beach, SC, is seeking attorneys to join our Litigation team. Remote/hybrid options will be considered after training/integration with the team.

Ideal candidates will have 1–5 years of practice experience. Our associates gain hands-on experience in all phases of civil litigation from inception to trial, with direct client contact. Must be licensed in South Carolina or have pending SC bar results.

Qualifications

• JD required with SC licensure or pending SC bar results.
• 1–5 years of civil litigation experience preferred.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team.

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

Skills

Willingness to learn

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Initiative

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment

AI mindset

Education

Juris Doctorate or higher

Tools

Bar license

Job description

Join MGC's Litigation Team in Myrtle Beach, 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 Myrtle Beach. Remote/hybrid options will be considered after training/integration with the team.

Ideal candidates will have 1-5 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

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.

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Loyal

Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Functional Expert

Considered a thought leader on a subject

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Work-Life Balance

Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Education

Required

Juris Doctorate or better.

Experience

Preferred

1-5 years:

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Bar

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