Personal Injury Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Competitive base salary

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced Personal Injury Attorney to join their team in Columbia, SC. The role requires an active South Carolina Bar license and offers opportunities to represent clients across South Carolina with a focus on trial advocacy.

The ideal candidate will bring strong courtroom skills, proven litigation experience, and a commitment to client service in a dynamic firm setting.

Qualifications

• Active South Carolina Bar in good standing.
• 1+ years of litigation/trial experience preferred; training possible.
• Strong negotiation, advocacy, and courtroom skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in personal injury matters from initial litigation through settlement or verdict.
• Draft and file litigation documents including pleadings, discovery requests/responses, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Handle mediations, hearings, and trial proceedings, including jury selection, opening/closing statements, and examinations.

Skills

Negotiation

Advocacy

Courtroom skills

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Personal Injury Attorney to join their team in Columbia, SC. This position offers the opportunity to represent clients throughout South Carolina and requires an active South Carolina Bar license in good standing. The ideal candidate will have strong courtroom skills, proven litigation experience, and a commitment to client service.

Duties

• Represent clients in personal injury matters from initial litigation through settlement or verdict.
• Draft and file litigation documents including pleadings, discovery requests/responses, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Handle mediations, hearings, and trial proceedings, including jury selection, opening/closing statements, and examinations.
• Collaborate with paralegals and litigation support staff to ensure thorough case preparation.

Requirements

• Active membership in the South Carolina Bar, in good standing.
• Ideally 1+ years of litigation/trial experience in personal injury or related areas, but willing to train those with less experience.
• Strong negotiation, advocacy, and courtroom skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Active South Carolina Law License.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with bonus potential.