Attorney jobs in South Carolina

Attorney is responsible for using specialized knowledge of national, state, and/or local laws to advise and represent clients and organizations in criminal or civil proceedings and other legal matters. Provides legal advice and counsel in support of business activities and transactions. Being an Attorney researches and interprets existing laws and regulations and anticipated changes to laws to guide informed decisions and reduce risk. Prepares and reviews various agreements, contracts, and other legal documents. Additionally, Attorney represents the organization in litigation, negotiations, and other matters where legal counsel is required. May have a billable hours requirement. Requires a JD. Requires State Bar membership. Typically reports to a manager. The Attorney work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be an Attorney typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Civil Attorney
  • MICHAEL R JEFFCOAT ATTORNEY AT LAW
  • Columbia, SC FULL_TIME
  • Description

     The Jeffcoat Firm is committed to helping everyday people in crisis, and CEO Michael Jeffcoat’s mission is to provide unmatched legal services to people in South Carolina. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Personal Injury Attorney to join our legal team. Our attorney team is award-winning. Joining this team means signing on for mentorship, coaching, and collaboration. 


    As a Personal Injury Attorney at The Jeffcoat Firm, you’ll be responsible for representing clients who have been injured due to the negligence of others.  We believe strongly in regular client communication and gaining a deeper understanding of our clients’ needs.  Our Firm’s attorneys work to ensure that our clients are not taken advantage of by those who are intent on steamrolling them for profit. You will be expected to provide legal advice and guidance, represent clients in court when needed, negotiate settlements, and ensure that clients receive reasonable to excellent compensation for their injuries.  


    What you’ll be doing:  

    • Provide legal advice to clients regarding their personal injury claims.  
    • Represent clients in court and during negotiations with insurance companies, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in the case.  
    • Negotiate settlements and ensure clients receive fair compensation for their injuries.  
    • Develop case strategies and arguments, and prepare legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.  
    • Partner with coworkers involved in the support of injury files. 
    • Investigate and gather evidence, interview witnesses, and prepare expert testimony.  
    • Attend depositions, mediations, and other court-related events on behalf of clients.  
    • Keep clients regularly informed about the progress of their case and provide guidance throughout the legal process.  
    • Ensure strict compliance with legal ethics and professional standards.  
    • Attend required daily morning and monthly Firm “All Hands” meetings.?  
    • Perform other job duties and responsibilities as assigned.? 

    Who you are:  

    • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.  
    • 3 years of personal injury experience, either Plaintiff or Defense. 
    • An active member in good standing with the South Carolina Bar. 
    • Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills.  
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.  
    • Salesforce experience is a plus. 
    • A very strong forward-thinking growth mindset and commitment to constant learning and improvement.  

    Why you’ll love it here: 

    • Competitive base salary, plus an aggressive bonus plan.  
    • Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Take advantage of parental leave & a 401k plan with an employer contribution.    
    • Time Off: Unlimited time off following our Attorney Leave policy.  
    • Volunteer Time Off: Our Firm believes in making our community a better place and paying all successes forward.   
    • Career Growth: We provide supportive leadership, expect accountability and transparency, and focus on outreach. 

    Location: 1333 Main Street, Suite 501, Columbia, SC 29201 

    Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30AM—5:30PM


    The Jeffcoat Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. 


    If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Talent Acquisitions at hiring@thejeffcoatfirm.com. 

  • 16 Days Ago

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Attorney
  • Robert Half
  • Myrtle, SC PER_DIEM
  • Robert Half Legal Recruitment Services has placed 14,000 legal jobs since 2022. New job opportunities become available continuously, so we encourage all legal professionals to apply to this posting as...
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Attorney
  • Robert Half
  • Spartanburg, SC PER_DIEM
  • Robert Half Legal Recruitment Services has placed 14,000 legal jobs since 2022. New job opportunities become available continuously, so we encourage all legal professionals to apply to this posting as...
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Attorney
  • Winslow Law, LLC
  • Pawleys Island, SC FULL_TIME
  • Our firm is growing rapidly, and we are looking for an empathetic, experienced civil litigation attorney to help our clients find justice and compensation for their legal issues. You'll handle the cas...
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Attorney
  • State of South Carolina
  • Richland, SC FULL_TIME
  • Tired of rainmaking or hourly billing? Need a better work/life balance? Did you become a lawyer because you wanted to make a difference? Would you like to be part of a team dedicated to protecting the...
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Attorney
  • County of Oconee
  • WALHALLA, SC FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionJob posted until February 28th, 2024.Entry $150,000 / DOQ. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this position is to represent Oconee County, Oconee County Council, the County Administrator, ...
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South Carolina (/ˌkærəˈlaɪnə/ (listen)) is a state in the Southeastern United States and the easternmost of the Deep South. It is bordered to the north by North Carolina, to the southeast by the Atlantic Ocean, and to the southwest by Georgia across the Savannah River. South Carolina became the eighth state to ratify the U.S. Constitution on May 23, 1788. South Carolina became the first state to vote in favor of secession from the Union on December 20, 1860. After the American Civil War, it was readmitted into the United States on June 25, 1868. South Carolina is the 40th most extensive and 23...
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