Special Counsel - Civil Litigation

Jobot; Asheville (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Firm-sponsored medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

401K

Pet insurance

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Career advancement

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced civil litigation attorney to join the Columbia office. The role focuses on insurance defense, commercial litigation, professional liability, and construction defect matters, requiring strong research and deposition skills.

You will work with a team of attorneys, handle state and federal court filings, develop case strategies, draft motions, and maintain client relationships. A South Carolina bar membership and 4+ years of litigation experience are required.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of litigation experience (insurance defense, commercial litigation, professional liability, or construction defect experience preferred).
• Exceptional research and writing capabilities.
• Demonstrated courtroom presence and deposition experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct substantive discovery and depositions
• Develop winning case strategies
• Draft persuasive motions and briefs
• Represent clients in state and federal courts
• Conduct legal research
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships

Skills

Litigation

Research

Drafting

Oral advocacy

Client relations

Job description

Job details

Established regional Carolina firm seeking experienced civil litigation attorney for Columbia office!

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us

A distinguished Carolina litigation firm has an immediate opening for an experienced civil litigation attorney to join their growing practice in Columbia. This established firm has built an impressive reputation across the Southeast for their exceptional legal work and collegial culture.

Join a team that handles sophisticated litigation matters for high-profile insurance carriers and corporate clients, including construction litigation, trucking and transportation, products liability, professional liability, premises liability, and commercial litigation. You'll work directly with a team of attorneys and staff who are committed to supporting each other and providing exceptional service to their clients.

Responsibilities

• Conducting substantive discovery and depositions
• Developing winning case strategies
• Drafting persuasive motions and briefs
• Representing clients in state and federal courts
• Conducting legal research
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships

Benefits

• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Hybrid Schedule
• Firm Sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Short/Long Term Disability Coverage
• 401K
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Generous PTO
• Career Advancement/Promotional Opportunities

Requirements & Qualifications

We are seeking attorneys with 4+ years of litigation experience (insurance defense, commercial litigation, professional liability, or construction defect experience preferred), exceptional research and writing capabilities, demonstrated courtroom presence and deposition experience, and a South Carolina bar membership.

Equal Opportunity

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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