Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm is seeking a dedicated Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney to join their team in Columbia, SC. The ideal candidate will have 1-5 years of experience and be licensed to practice law in South Carolina. This position offers opportunities for mentorship, career growth, and hybrid work options, ensuring a healthy work-life balance while engaging in a fast-paced legal environment.

Location:
Columbia, SC

Duties:

• Assess new workers' compensation cases and 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 detailed reports

• Negotiate settlements and secure authority for case progression

• Prepare cases for trial as necessary

• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants to ensure efficient case handling

Requirements:

• 1-5 years of experience in workers' compensation or insurance defense (preferred)

• Licensed to practice law in South Carolina

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently with minimal supervision

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with database management systems is a plus

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment and maintain effective communication

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admitted to the South Carolina Bar

Skills:

• Workers' compensation law

• Insurance defense experience (preferred)

• Legal research and writing

• Discovery management

• Client communication and relationship-building

• Negotiation and settlement skills

• Trial preparation

Benefits:

• Paid parental leave

• Leadership training programs

• Comprehensive health insurance

• Casual dress code

• Mental health support resources

• Employee resource groups promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

• Hybrid work options to support work-life balance

• Competitive compensation package

This South Carolina-based insurance defense firm uses a strategic focus to meet the end results for their clients. They use proactive measures to provide client reporting, business metrics, and always keep an eye on the bottom line. They provide the lowest possible cost per case by using the minimum necessary hours per file.