Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Commensurate with Experience
An established regional litigation law firm is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney – Workers’ Compensation Defense to join its growing practice in Columbia, South Carolina.
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with workers’ compensation defense experience to take on meaningful responsibility, develop their litigation skills, and work alongside an experienced team of attorneys in a collaborative, client-focused environment.
The successful candidate will represent employers, insurance carriers, and self-insured entities throughout all stages of workers’ compensation defense litigation, from initial claim evaluation through resolution.
Independently manage a caseload of workers’ compensation defense matters from inception through resolution.
Conduct depositions of claimants, fact witnesses, medical providers, and expert witnesses.
Draft and argue motions, legal briefs, position statements, and other litigation documents.
Represent clients in mediations and settlement negotiations.
Prepare for and appear at hearings before the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission.
Conduct legal research, investigate claims, and evaluate medical records and supporting documentation.
Manage discovery, litigation deadlines, and case strategy.
Prepare detailed client reports and provide ongoing updates regarding case developments, exposure, and resolution opportunities.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, insurance adjusters, employers, claims professionals, opposing counsel, and colleagues.
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active license to practice law in South Carolina.
Minimum of 1 year of workers’ compensation defense litigation experience required.
Demonstrated understanding of South Carolina workers’ compensation laws, procedures, and claims management.
Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
Deposition and mediation experience preferred.
Ability to independently manage a caseload, prioritize competing deadlines, and exercise sound judgment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to client service.
Ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of assigned matters.
The ideal candidate is a proactive and motivated attorney who enjoys the litigation process and is ready to take the next step in their legal career. Someone who brings a combination of strong legal writing, analytical thinking, practical litigation experience, and the ability to build lasting client relationships will thrive in this position.
Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401(k)
Pet Insurance
Paid Holidays
Three Weeks of Paid Time Off
Remote Work Flexibility as Needed
This position is primarily office-based in Columbia, South Carolina, with remote work flexibility available as needed.
Interested in learning more?
All inquiries are confidential. Reach out to Sarah Black at sarah.black@gogpac.com or 605-513-3384 to discuss this opportunity.
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.
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