Mass Torts Counsel - South Carolina

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

PTO/Vacation

Discretionary Bonus

Job summary

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP invites applications for a Counsel Attorney to join its Mass Torts Practice Group in the Charleston, Columbia, or Greenville, South Carolina offices. The ideal candidate has at least three years of litigation experience and a strong desire to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include discovery, depositions, motions practice, and trial work. A background in insurance is a plus; willingness to travel for court appearances is required.

Qualifications

• At least three years of litigation experience.
• Strong written and oral advocacy and communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and applying authorities.
• Ability to work independently and with teams while handling increasing responsibility.
• Ability to travel for court appearances as needed.

Responsibilities

• Join the Mass Torts Practice Group and work across all litigation phases.
• Handle discovery, depositions, motions, and trial preparations.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and staff to manage case load.

Skills

Litigation experience

Written and oral advocacy

Interpersonal & communication

Legal research & analysis

Independent and collaborative work

Initiative & responsibility

Job description

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP seeks a highly qualified Counsel Attorney to join its Mass Torts Practice Group. This opportunity is available in our Charleston, Columbia, or Greenville, South Carolina office.

The successful candidate will join an active and dynamic litigation practice and work across all aspects of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motions practice, and trial.

Qualifications:

• Ideal candidates will have a minimum of three years of litigation experience and a strong desire to work in a fast-paced litigation practice.
• A background in insurance is preferred but not required.
• Candidates should possess strong written and oral advocacy skills as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Successful candidates will have the ability to work independently and collaboratively while demonstrating initiative and a willingness to take on increasing levels of responsibility.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills are essential, including the ability to apply relevant laws, court decisions, and rules of evidence and procedure.

Requirements:

• Candidates must be licensed to practice law in South Carolina.
• Candidates must be willing to travel for court appearances and other proceedings as necessary.

This is an off-track Counsel position with a reduced billable-hour requirement and does not carry expectations for business development or firm management responsibilities.

Womble Bond Dickinson offers competitive compensation as well as a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and Paid Time Off (PTO/Vacation). A discretionary bonus may be available based on performance.

Womble Bond Dickinson is committed to leadership in attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce of highly talented professionals.