Remote Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

Hedrick-Gardner-Kincheloe-; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work capabilities as needed

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

HRA

FSA

401K

Pet Insurance

Paid Holidays

3 weeks of PTO

Job summary

Hedrick Gardner is seeking an Associate Attorney for the Workers' Compensation practice in South Carolina. The role involves defending employer claims, handling depositions, and providing durable advocacy across all stages of litigation.

Candidates should be licensed in South Carolina or eligible, with strong research, writing, and oral communication skills. Remote work capabilities are provided as needed, with a focus on efficient, client-centered representation.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law; active SC license preferred.
• Workers' compensation defense experience is a plus.
• Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Defend workers' compensation claims against employers.
• Represent clients in mediations, hearings, and related proceedings.
• Perform legal analysis on new and existing claims; review medical records and develop case strategy.
• Draft motions and briefs; manage deadlines and discovery.

Skills

Legal research

Deposition experience

Mediation experience

Client communication

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

Hedrick Gardner is seeking an Associate Attorney for the Workers' Compensation practice in South Carolina. The role involves defending employer claims, handling depositions, and providing durable advocacy across all stages of litigation.

Candidates should be licensed in South Carolina or eligible, with strong research, writing, and oral communication skills. Remote work capabilities are provided as needed, with a focus on efficient, client-centered representation.