Workers Compensation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced Workers’ Compensation Attorney to join its Columbia, South Carolina office, managing a substantial caseload and helping develop a statewide workers’ compensation practice.

The attorney will handle hearings, draft litigation documents, guide clients through the case process, work with expert witnesses, and prepare for depositions, mediations, and court appearances. JD, SC Bar, and 3+ years’ experience are required.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the SC State Bar Association.
• Minimum of 3 years of workers' compensation experience.
• Ability to manage a high volume of cases and hearings.
• Excellent client service and communication skills.
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals.
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day management of cases and hearings.
• Draft and file litigation documents, including pleadings and motions.
• Guide clients through the case process.
• Interact with expert witnesses and draft reports and affidavits.
• Prepare for and attend depositions, mediations, and court appearances.

Skills

Workers' compensation

Litigation

Client communication

Legal writing

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Workers' Compensation Attorney to join its practice in Columbia, South Carolina. The attorney will manage a substantial and complex caseload, contributing to the development of a statewide workers' compensation practice.

Duties

• Handle day-to-day management of cases and hearings.
• Draft and file litigation documents, including pleadings and motions.
• Guide clients through the case process.
• Interact with expert witnesses and draft reports and affidavits.
• Prepare for and attend depositions, mediations, and court appearances.

Requirements

• Law degree from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the SC State Bar Association.
• Minimum of 3 years of workers' compensation experience.
• Ability to manage a high volume of cases and hearings.
• Excellent client service and communication skills.
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals.
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Active membership with the SC State Bar Association.

Skills

• Strong case management abilities.
• Effective communication and client service skills.
• Proficient in legal writing and oral advocacy.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.