Litigation Associate Attorney – Insurance Defense

Pay: $100000.00 - $160000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join an established litigation-focused team handling meaningful cases across a broad range of insurance defense matters.
• Gain hands-on responsibility across the full litigation lifecycle from initial investigation through resolution.
• Work directly with experienced attorneys and clients while developing your courtroom deposition negotiation and case strategy skills.
• Enjoy a strong benefits package bonus opportunities employer-matched 401(k) paid CLE and bar dues and paid time off.
• Build a long-term legal career with a collaborative team that values quality work professional growth and client service.

Location: Charleston SC This is an in-office opportunity designed for attorneys who enjoy working collaboratively with their legal team. Occasional remote work may be available but this role is not fully remote.

Note: An active South Carolina Bar license and at least 1 year of litigation experience are required. Insurance defense experience is preferred but strong litigation attorneys from other practice areas are encouraged to apply.

About Us

We are an established litigation law firm providing comprehensive representation to individuals businesses insurance carriers and other clients in complex civil matters. Our team handles cases in both state and federal court and takes a collaborative practical approach to delivering high-quality legal representation. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage litigation matters from initial investigation through case resolution.
• Draft and review pleadings motions discovery settlement agreements and other legal documents.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings depositions mediations and other litigation proceedings.
• Work closely with clients attorneys and industry professionals to develop effective case strategies.
• Conduct legal research and prepare clear persuasive written work.
• Manage multiple matters deadlines and priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively with clients and legal professionals throughout the life of each case.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment while taking ownership of assigned matters.

Qualifications

• Active South Carolina Bar license.
• 1 year of litigation experience.
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Strong legal research writing analytical and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organization and ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Insurance defense experience is preferred but not required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the opportunity to take meaningful ownership of your cases while working alongside an experienced and supportive legal team. We value collaboration professional development and practical client service and we provide resources that help attorneys continue building their careers. With varied litigation matters strong benefits bonus opportunities and opportunities to grow this is a great place to build a lasting legal practice.

JPC-1871

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: SC bar license 1 yr of ltigation exp

• Required Years as Associate: 1

• Additional context: Relocation- no. Packages - no

• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):

• to 2 years directly relevant litigation experience: $100K to $120K

• 3 to 5 years directly relevant litigation experience: $120K to $140K

• 6 years directly relevant litigation experience: $140K to $160K

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Established litigation law firm representing individuals businesses insurance carriers and other clients in civil litigation. This attorney will handle insurance defense matters from investigation through resolution including pleadings discovery hearings depositions mediations and client strategy. Mt. Pleasant role is primarily in-office with occasional remote flexibility.

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