Trial Attorney

Socket.dev; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Sick Time

401K with firm match

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Employer-covered supplemental benefits

Annual performance reviews

Job summary

Kanner & Pintaluga in South Carolina seeks an experienced litigator to advocate for clients, meet with them, show compassion, and earn their trust. The attorney will update clients and coordinate with insurers regarding claims, demands, and offers, and prepare cases for trial.

The position requires a Juris Doctor, 6+ years of litigation experience, the ability to handle multiple jury trials as first chair preferred, and strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school is required.
• 6+ years of litigation experience.
• 5+ jury trials as first chair preferred.
• Member of the South Carolina Bar in good standing.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to discuss their case and earn their trust.
• Update clients and communicate with insurance companies regarding status, demands, and offers.
• Prepare cases for trial and try the case if needed.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Independence

Team-oriented

Client relations

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Founded in 2003, Kanner & Pintaluga is a NLJ500 and Mid-Market Pro 50 law firm that has recovered over $1 billion for property damage and personal injury clients nationwide. With nearly 100 lawyers and more than 30 offices throughout the Central and southeastern United States, our primary goal is to achieve the most favorable outcome for our clients, who have the absolute right to receive the maximum compensation for their damages.

POSITION SUMMARY:

In this role, you will see that our clients receive the best care and obtain excellent results. Attorneys are expected to meet with clients to discuss their case, show compassion and empathy, and demonstrate an ability to earn their trust, confidence, and respect. They will also update clients and communicate with insurance companies from time to time regarding the status of claims, demands, and offers. In addition, the Attorney should be able to prepare the case for trial and try the case if needed.

REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS:

• Full-time
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• 6 or more years of litigation experience
• 5 or more jury trials as first chair preferred
• Member of the South Carolina Bar and in good standing
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
• Experience in knowing how to evaluate claims, etc.
• Superb negotiation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Have a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ability to work independently in an office environment
• Team-oriented

FIRM BENEFITS

The Firm offers a competitive benefits package for our full-time employees and their families. Here is a summary of our benefits (the list is not all-inclusive):

• Competitive Wage
• Paid Time Off, Holiday, Bereavement, and Sick Time
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Firm match
• Group Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• Employer-Covered Supplemental Benefits
• Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
• Annual Performance Reviews

Equal Opportunity Statement

Kanner & Pintaluga is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kanner & Pintaluga retains the right to change, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time — in its sole discretion. Employment is at will.

E-Verify

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.