Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC; Myrtle Beach (SC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Leadership training programs

Casual dress code

Mental health support resources

Employee resource groups promoting D&I

Job summary

McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC in Myrtle Beach, SC is seeking a Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney to join our established team. The role offers hands-on experience with direct client contact and a clear path to advancement, with hybrid work options after training.

Ideal candidates have 1–5 years of workers' compensation experience, a Juris Doctorate, and SC bar eligibility. We provide competitive compensation, monthly bonus opportunities, and a collaborative environment focused on

Qualifications

• JD is required.
• Bar licensure in South Carolina or pending SC bar results.
• 1–5 years of workers' compensation experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess new files to establish action plans, budgets and recommendations.
• Identify pleading requirements and delegate tasks to paralegals.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Attend depositions, hearings and other discovery events with thorough reports.
• Negotiate settlements, secure authority and prepare for trial as necessary.
• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants.

Skills

Team Player

Organizational Skills

Initiative

Multitasking

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

Job Category: Attorneys

Requisition Number: WORKE003237

• Posted : July 21, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Myrtle Beach
2411 North Oak Street
Suite 401
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577, USA

Join MGC's Workers' Compensation Team in Myrtle Beach, SC!

MGC is an industry leading civil litigation firm celebrating 31 years of excellence spanning 22 offices across 12 states.

We are currently seeking attorneys to join our Workers' Compensation team in Myrtle Beach. Remote/hybrid options will be considered after training/integration with the team.

Ideal candidates will have 1-5 years of practice experience. Our associates are given hands on experience and direct client contact. We offer competitive compensation with monthly bonus opportunities. Must be licensed to practice law in South Carolina, or have pending South Carolina bar exam results.

What We're Looking For:

• Willingness to learn and work autonomously and within a team structure
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Initiative and the ability to multitask
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment

Mindset geared toward embracing AI to innovate and elevate everyday legal work

Position Overview:

• Membership track with defined benchmarks
• Hybrid work options

Additional Benefits:

• Paid parental leave
• Leadership training programs
• Casual dress code
• Mental health support resources
• Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Assess new files to establish action plans, budgets, and recommendations.
• Identify pleading requirements and delegate tasks to paralegals as needed.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and other discovery events, providing thorough reports
• Negotiate settlements, secure authority, and prepare for trial as necessary
• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

Work-Life Balance

Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Education

Required

Juris Doctorate or better.

Experience

Preferred

1-5 years:

Prior workers' compensation experience encouraged

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Bar

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