Job Description

🏗 Commercial Construction Litigation Attorney

📍 Columbia, South Carolina
⚖️ 1800 Billable Requirement | Boutique Firm | Growth Opportunity

Why This Role Stands Out

• 1800 annual billable requirement (reasonable + sustainable)

• Established boutique with a strong reputation in construction litigation

• Direct client interaction

• Meaningful courtroom exposure

• Clear path for growth (not a “forever associate” role)

• Collegial, non-micromanaging environment

What You’ll Do

• Handle commercial construction disputes from inception through resolution

• Represent general contractors, subcontractors, developers, and owners

• Draft and argue dispositive motions

• Take and defend depositions

• Manage discovery strategy

• Participate in mediations and trials

• Work directly with clients on strategy and case evaluation

This is not a document-review-heavy role — you’ll actually litigate.

What They’re Looking For

• 8+ years of litigation experience

• Experience with construction defect, contract disputes, delay claims, or complex commercial litigation

• Comfortable running files with partner oversight

• Strong writing and courtroom skills

• South Carolina Bar admission (or ability to waive in)

Culture & Environment

This is a boutique firm where:

• Partners are accessible

• Associates are trusted

• Billables are realistic

• Work is sophisticated but not bureaucratic

No layers of red tape. No rigid corporate structure. Just strong legal work and a collaborative team.

Who This Is Perfect For

• An associate at a large firm who wants more hands-on litigation

• A mid-level litigator looking to specialize in construction

• Someone billing 2000+ hours who wants sustainability

• An attorney who wants real partnership potential in Columbia

If you would like more information regarding this role, please email me at sierra.ragland@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.