Associate Attorney to work on complex civil litigation matters

A law firm in Spartanburg, SC is seeking an Associate Attorney to work on complex civil litigation matters. This role offers significant responsibility and hands-on experience in a collaborative and team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will have strong legal research and writing skills, excellent academic credentials, and be admitted to the South Carolina Bar.

Duties:

• Work on complex civil litigation cases, contributing to case strategies and legal arguments.
• Interview witnesses to gather information and evidence relevant to cases.
• Identify, consult with, and interact with experts to support case arguments and strategies.
• Communicate regularly with clients to provide updates and gather necessary information.
• Develop and implement case strategies, including planning and executing legal arguments.
• Conduct thorough legal and technical research to support case preparation and strategy.
• Prepare and draft pleadings, including complaints, answers, and motions.
• Prepare and respond to discovery requests, including document production and interrogatories.
• Prepare and argue motions in court, including motions for summary judgment and motions to dismiss.
• Work closely with paralegals and support staff to manage case documentation and administrative tasks.
• Attend and take depositions, prepare questions, and handle witness examinations.
• Attend and participate in mediations to facilitate settlement discussions.
• Participate in trials, including presenting evidence, cross-examining witnesses, and delivering closing arguments.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Strong academic credentials with excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Admission to the South Carolina Bar and in good standing.
• Experience or strong interest in complex civil litigation.
• Ability to manage multiple aspects of complex cases, including legal research, case preparation, and client communication.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and writing skills, with a proven ability to draft clear and persuasive legal documents.
• Strong communication skills for interviewing witnesses, interacting with clients, and presenting arguments in court.
• Proficiency in preparing and arguing motions, as well as handling discovery requests.
• Experience or ability to develop and execute case strategies effectively.
• Strong organizational skills for managing case documentation and working with paralegals and support staff.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and assume significant responsibility in case management.

Solving complex legal matters, this law firm has helped clients for over a decade. Their areas of practice include construction, employment, local counsel, and professional negligence. The firm is located in South Carolina.