Civil Trial Attorney

Civil Trial Attorney

As a Civil Trial Attorney you will play a key role in managing insurance defense matters from inception through resolution. This position offers the opportunity to serve as first-chair on cases develop litigation strategy and work directly with clients while being supported by a collaborative and experienced legal team.

You will be trusted with significant responsibility and encouraged to take ownership of your cases while also benefiting from mentorship resources and a firm culture that values excellence and integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle insurance defense litigation matters including first-chair courtroom litigation
• Develop and execute effective defense strategies and litigation plans
• Manage case budgets evaluate exposure and assess risk
• Conduct legal research draft pleadings motions and discovery
• Represent clients in hearings depositions mediations and trials
• Maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and responsiveness
• Demonstrate sound judgment negotiation skills and strategic thinking throughout the lifecycle of a case

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of insurance defense litigation experience including first-chair trial experience
• Strong working knowledge of South Carolina substantive and procedural law as well as federal procedural rules
• Proven ability to analyze cases formulate litigation strategies and manage costs
• Excellent academic credentials with strong research writing and oral advocacy skills
• Highly motivated detail-oriented and client-focused
• Demonstrated record of successful negotiation and case resolution

Why You Should Join:

• Work-Life Balance Thats Truly Supported
  Enjoy a flexible work environment designed to help you balance your legal career with family personal interests and community involvement.
• Meaningful Trial Experience
  This role offers real courtroom responsibility not just behind-the-scenes work. Attorneys are trusted to lead cases and grow their trial skills.
• Collaborative & Inclusive Culture
  The firm is deeply committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and respectful workplace where every individuals background experiences and perspectives are valued.
• Professional Growth & Long-Term Development
  Attorneys are encouraged to contribute ideas develop client relationships and grow within the firm through mentorship and hands-on experience.
• Strong Client Relationships
  Work closely with clients and be part of a team that prioritizes quality service accountability and strategic thinking.