Litigation Associate: Fast-Track to Independent Trial Lawyer

Orion Placement; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement in Greenville, South Carolina, is seeking a civil litigation attorney with over 2 years of experience. The ideal candidate will manage a diverse caseload, draft legal documents, and work closely with partners.

This role offers immediate courtroom exposure, direct mentorship, and a collaborative office environment. Benefits include dental and vision insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience required.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills necessary.
• Medical malpractice defense experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle a diverse litigation caseload including medical malpractice and commercial disputes.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and conduct discovery.
• Appear in court for hearings and manage cases independently.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Legal research and writing

Strategic thinking

Courtroom experience

Education

Active South Carolina bar license or UBE passage

Job description

About the job Associate Attorney - Litigation

Pay: $110,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work on sophisticated, high-impact litigation matters typically seen at much larger firms, without big-firm bureaucracy
• Immediate hands-on responsibility with real courtroom exposure and client-facing work
• Direct mentorship from experienced trial attorneys who invest in your growth
• Clear runway to become a self-sufficient, trusted litigator
• Performance-based bonus tied to hours worked and fees collected
• Stable, well-respected practice with long-term career upside

Location

This is a full-time, on-site role based in a professional, collaborative office environment in downtown Greenville, South Carolina.

Note

This role requires an active South Carolina bar license, or successful passage of the Uniform Bar Exam with eligibility to apply for South Carolina licensure, along with meaningful civil litigation experience.

About Us

We are a boutique law firm delivering large-firm caliber work across a broad range of complex matters. Our attorneys handle sophisticated litigation and advisory work while maintaining a close-knit, collegial culture where contributions are visible and valued. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle a diverse litigation caseload including medical malpractice defense, commercial disputes, and general civil litigation
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery with minimal supervision
• Take and defend depositions and manage discovery strategy
• Appear in court for hearings, motions, and other proceedings
• Work directly with partners and clients to develop litigation strategy
• Manage cases independently as experience level increases

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience
• Active South Carolina bar license or UBE passage with SC eligibility
• Courtroom experience, including hearings or depositions
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage cases efficiently and think strategically
• Medical malpractice defense experience is a strong plus, but not required

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will join a firm where attorneys are trusted early, supported consistently, and challenged intellectually. Our culture values professionalism, collaboration, and accountability, without sacrificing work quality or career growth. If you want meaningful litigation experience and long-term development, this is a place to build your practice.