Remote-Eligible Associate Attorney, Workers' Comp Defense

Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

HRA/FSA/401K

Pet Insurance

Paid Holidays/3 weeks of PTO

Job summary

Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP in Columbia, SC is seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in Workers' Compensation Defense. The firm values strong client relationships and offers strategic legal representation.

To succeed, candidates should have a minimum of three years of relevant experience, be licensed in South Carolina, and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. This full-time role includes benefits such as student loan repayment assistance, 401K, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in Workers' Compensation Defense Litigation.
• Must be currently licensed in the State of South Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Perform legal analysis on claims to develop case strategy.
• Maintain regular communication with clients.
• Review and analyze medical records.
• Draft pleadings and respond to discovery.
• Take depositions and attend mediations.
• Attend hearings before the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Verbal communication skills

Education

Licensed attorney in South Carolina

Job description

Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP in Columbia, SC is seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in Workers' Compensation Defense. The firm values strong client relationships and offers strategic legal representation.

To succeed, candidates should have a minimum of three years of relevant experience, be licensed in South Carolina, and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. This full-time role includes benefits such as student loan repayment assistance, 401K, and PTO.