Workers Compensation Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney to join their team in Columbia, SC. The ideal candidate will have 1-5 years of practice experience and must be licensed to practice law in South Carolina.

Duties

• 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.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in South Carolina.
• 1-5 years of practice experience in workers' compensation or related fields.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills for effective communication with diverse clientele and colleagues.
• Strong organizational capabilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and willingness to learn database management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and independently with minimal supervision.

Education

• Juris Doctorate or equivalent.

Certifications

• Bar license in South Carolina.

Skills

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Benefits

• Hybrid work options to support work-life balance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Leadership training programs.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Casual dress code.
• Mental health support resources.
• Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306