Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney for a full-time, on-site position in Columbia, SC. The role involves handling litigation and consulting cases, representing clients in trial and appellate courts, and providing legal advice and negotiation services.

Duties

• Advise and represent clients before tribunals on litigation matters.
• Conduct meetings with clients to discuss case details.
• Research and analyze legal problems.
• Analyze probable case outcomes using legal precedents.
• Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for clients.
• Engage in writing and oral advocacy on behalf of clients.
• Oversee work product of paralegals, law clerks, and legal assistants.
• Take depositions.
• Participate as first, second, or third chair in bench or jury trials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate Degree from an ABA accredited institution.
• Member of the South Carolina Bar.
• Member of the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina.
• Certificate of Completion of Rule 403 of the South Carolina Appellate Court Rules (SCACR).
• Minimum of one year experience in civil litigation.

Education

• Juris Doctorate Degree from an ABA accredited institution.

Certifications

• Member of the South Carolina Bar.
• Member of the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina.
• Certificate of Completion of Rule 403 of the South Carolina Appellate Court Rules (SCACR).

Skills

• Strong negotiation, analytical, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Proficiency in legal research.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and handle litigation matters from pleadings to appeal.
• Flexibility and adaptability to urgent matters.
• High ethical standards and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

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