Job Openings/Offices for Rent

If you wish to advertise a job opening or have office space for rent, please send the information to info@charlestoncountybar.org.

Associate Attorney

Small law firm west of the Ashley in Charleston is looking for an associate attorney. The firm primarily represents employers and insurance carriers in workers’ compensation claims and related litigation. Excellent work environment suited for a new, eager attorney looking to build a career in the field. The growing firm has been in practice for over two decades and takes pride in providing quality work with integrity.

Competitive starting salary with an IRA match as well as healthcare benefits. The position will also have flexible hours and paid time off. Great opportunity to learn all aspects of the field from experienced attorneys. Please send all resumes and inquiries to allen@woodgroupllc.com.

Folly Beach Public Defender

Qualified firms or persons are invited to submit proposals to the City of Folly Beach to provide the services of a Public Defender. To be deemed qualified, the Candidate must have a J.D. from an accredited law school and must be a member in good standing with the South Carolina Bar; and demonstrate requisite experience, skills and resources necessary to successfully perform the services requested in the solicitation. Read complete RFP

Associate Attorney

Bringardner Injury Law Firm, Charleston, SC is a Plaintiff’s personal injury law firm with a statewide practice located in downtown Charleston.

It is seeking an associate attorney who is diligent, ambitious, and eager to advocate in the courtroom. – Responsibilities include handling personal injury and wrongful death cases both in pre-litigation and during litigation phases. – The ideal candidate should have a strong aspiration to enhance their litigation and trial abilities with the aim of excelling as a trial attorney. – Competitive compensation and benefits package aligned with expertise and experience.

Responsibilities

Handling personal injury and wrongful death cases from intake through disbursement efficiently and effectively.
Conducting thorough investigations and discovery processes to enhance case value and expedite case resolution.
Conducting purposeful and assertive depositions.
Drafting and presenting motions at a high level of proficiency.
Researching legal matters, consulting experts, and preparing comprehensive memoranda and legal briefs.
Providing exceptional client care akin to treating clients as family.
Demonstrating leadership qualities and being a supportive team player.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this position should possess strong civil litigation experience in handling personal injury and wrongful death cases for plaintiffs in South Carolina, with a preference for trial experience.
Proficiency in legal research and writing is a must.
Thorough understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure and Evidence, as well as relevant case law.
Extensive experience required in taking depositions, drafting and responding to written discovery, preparing and presenting motions, and managing day-to-day case development.
Must be capable of working independently or under the guidance of the managing partner.
Seeking an individual with high ethical standards, motivation, and dedication to providing exceptional client service.

Generous compensation and benefits package based on experience.

If you are looking to take your career to the next level, please submit your resume and cover letter to hr@bringardner.com.

Estate Clerk ~ Probate Court, Estate Division

Hiring Salary Range: $46,000 – $51,000

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Probate Court, Estate Division

Open Until Filled ~ Application Review Begins Immediately

Description: This position performs a variety of data driven duties including: opening, administering and closing estates (cases), receipt and review of legal documents filed when an individual has passed away; receipting of payments of any fees, filing documents, answering phones, assisting attorneys and members of the public in person, on the phone, and virtually; researching and responding to legal correspondence. Performance of these duties requires knowledge of and adherence to the South Carolina Code of Laws, Rules of Civil Procedure, Court Administration; as well as the South Carolina Supreme Court. The ability to perform various duties with speed and accuracy is required along with compassion and consideration of the families/parties served.

Duties and Responsibilities: This employee will need to enter and update all documents into the Court’s data base, open estates, administer estates, close estates, run and create reports, process payables and receipts properly to the Court(checks, cash and credit), have the ability to operate and knowledge of modern office procedures, practices and equipment, including the use of Zoom, a personal computer, software programs of the Court, microfilm, copier, scanner, fax, printers, and electronic filing. Ability to exercise tact, discretion and sound judgment in addressing sensitive or confidential matters with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time sensitive deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications: High School (or GED) supplemented with minimum of two (2) years of experience in a law office or equivalent combination of experience and training ; Associates Degree in a related field or Paralegal preferred.

Associate Attorney

The law firm of Ross & Cristaldi, LLC is a dynamic, expanding law firm focused on construction defects, personal injury, and general liability insurance defense. We are seeking to hire an Associate Attorney for our Charleston office with 1-5 years of experience in general litigation. Prior experience in construction law or personal injury is preferred. Candidates must be an attorney in good standing in the state of South Carolina. Admission in both North Carolina and South Carolina or the willingness to waive into North Carolina is strongly preferred.

The ideal candidate will have experience including but not limited to construction defect, personal injury, and/or general liability defense, plus expert research, writing, and verbal communication skills. Experience taking and defending depositions, briefing and arguing dispositive and discovery motions, preparing adjuster reports, interfacing with clients and opposing counsel, reviewing complex discovery, and attendance at hearings is preferred. The firm offers a competitive salary and health insurance, 401(k) retirement, and a relaxing work environment. Please send resumes to swinograd@rclawsc.com.

Commercial Litigation Associate

SUMMARY:  The associate will provide support to partners in the Commercial Litigation practice group.

FIRM OVERVIEW:  Butler Snow LLP is a full-service law firm with 400 attorneys representing local, regional, national and international clients from 22 U.S. offices and in London. Ranked as one of America’s Top 100 law firms in the BTI Power Rankings, Butler Snow is recognized as one of the nation’s top law firms for client service. The firm was recently ranked 48^th out of 650 firms in the BTI Client Relationship Scorecard for understanding our client’s business, anticipating client’s needs, unprompted communication, legal skills, quality and keeping clients informed. For more information, visit www.butlersnow.com or follow Butler Snow on twitter @ButlerSnow.

JOB FUNCTIONS:  This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated attorney who thrives in a fast-paced working environment.  The position involves working in dynamic practice that includes all aspects of commercial litigation including discovery, depositions, motions practice, and trial. The applicant must possess exceptional organization skills, communication skills, research, and writing skills.  Ideal candidate must have strong attention to detail and the ability to meet multiple deadlines simultaneously.  Candidate must have excellent communications skills both written and verbal for interface with clients and attorneys.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Juris Doctor
• Should have 3 to 5 years of litigation experience at a law firm
• Must be licensed and in good standing with South Carolina bar

Candidates can submit application online here.

Please send writing sample and law school transcript to nina.fitch@butlersnow.com

Paralegal

The Clekis Law Firm, P.A. (North Charleston office) is seeking to hire a full-time paralegal to handle both personal injury and criminal defense cases.  Paralegal will be assigned to one attorney and will assist with drafting legal pleadings, scheduling meetings, and communicating with clients.  Preferred law-firm experience of at least 1 year or paralegal certificate, but not required.  On-site training will be provided.  Law firm offers a competitive salary and 401(k) retirement plan. For more information, contact Allie Menegakis at allie@clekis.com.

Municipal Judge Positions for the Town of Mt. Pleasant

The Town of Mount Pleasant currently has three seats for Municipal Judges expiring in July of this year, for which we are accepting resumes. Read the complete job description here.

Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Small Law Firm in West Ashley is seeking a Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our team.   Must have at least two years’ experience working for a Law Firm or the Probate Court.

Background in Estate Planning, Trusts and Probate preferred.

Must be proficient in Word and Excel.   Familiarity with the Probate Court on-line filing system helpful.   Experience with case management software a plus.

Work needs to be performed here in the office, but the days and hours can be somewhat flexible.

Please email your resume at mhoney@rclaw.com.  No phone calls, please.

Litigation Attorney

Charleston Legal Access is a nonprofit, sliding-scale law firm dedicated to expanding legal representation and access to justice in the Lowcountry. Our mission is to provide low-cost, quality legal representation and assistance to the underserved middle class, filling a crucial void in our justice system. CLA seeks a driven and experienced Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic and growing team. The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload of civil matters. This position involves representing clients through all stages of litigation, providing supervision to junior attorneys and paralegals, and contributing to strategic initiatives. There is a strong preference for a candidate with family law and management experience.

The ideal candidate must be admitted to the South Carolina Bar and have at least 5 years of litigation experience; ability to manage a high-volume caseload; the ability to work both independently and collaboratively at varying levels of seniority within and outside of the organization; and be committed to be part of a growing nonprofit legal service agency that strives to make the legal system uncomplicated, approachable, and most importantly, accessible to everyone.

CLA offers a competitive nonprofit salary commensurate with experience, health insurance, parental leave, PTO and sick leave and flexible work hours. The position is full-time, but willing to discuss reduced hours.

Interested candidates should email a resume and cover letter to Lana@charlestonlegalaccess.org with the subject line “Litigation Attorney.”

Paralegal

The law firm of Ross & Cristaldi, LLC is a dynamic, expanding law firm focused on construction defects, personal injury, and general liability insurance defense. We are seeking to hire a full-time paralegal. Paralegal duties include drafting: reports, pleadings, motions, orders, subpoenas, budgets, discovery requests/answers. The Paralegal will assist attorneys with preparing for meetings, depositions, mediation, court hearings, and trial. Law firm experience, four-year degree or paralegal certificate required. Prior experience in construction law or personal injury is preferred. The firm offers a competitive salary and health insurance, 401(k) retirement, and a relaxing work environment. Please send resumes to swinograd@rclawsc.com.

Litigation Legal Assistant

The law firm of Ross & Cristaldi, LLC is a dynamic, expanding law firm focused on construction defects, personal injury, and general liability insurance defense. We are seeking to hire a full-time Legal assistant. Legal assistant duties include scheduling, filing pleadings, drafting correspondence, managing attorney calendars, and providing administrative support to attorneys and paralegals. A High School diploma is required and a college degree is preferred. Prior experience in construction law or personal injury is preferred but not required. The firm offers a competitive salary and health insurance, 401(k) retirement, and a relaxing work environment. Please send resumes to swinograd@rclawsc.com

Federal Public Defender

The Federal Public Defender, District of South Carolina, is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Federal Public Defender, based in the Charleston Office. The Federal Public Defender organization operates under authority of the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3006A, to provide defense services in federal criminal cases and related matters in the federal courts. Read more

Office Space for Rent

An office and paralegal station is available within the office building of Thurmond Kirchner & Timbes, P.A. Located on North Main Street in Summerville, this is a bustling location with convenient parking. Rent is $1,500 per month which includes all utilities, access to a breakroom, as well as reasonable shared use of the conference room. References and a deposit may be required. Call 843-900-4868 to schedule a showing or for more information.

Paralegal

Local firm seeking experienced paralegal in litigation or workers’ compensation defense. Responsibilities include case management, discovery requests, case summaries, communications with clients and trial preparation. Please submit resume to accountant@lmlawllp.com.

Two Offices for Rent

Two nicely fully furnished offices for rent in Mt. Pleasant in a great location at 421 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., 3rd Floor, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 (beside Trader Joe’s).   Access to a large conference room is included.  Offices can be leased together or individually for $1,250 each.  Includes telephone, Wi-Fi, and all utilities.  Contact Jason Matthews at jason@matthewslawsc.com or call 843-405-1417.

Legal Assistant

Hooser Legal Counsel, LLC has an immediate opening for a legal assistant to start part-time with the opportunity to become full-time in a small, boutique office environment. A legal assistant interacts with clients, attorneys, and the courts and helps manage cases from start to finish. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, eager to learn, and able to work independently. Compensation is based upon experience. If the candidate is licensed to practice law, generous bonus opportunities are available.

Please email your resume to josh@hooserlawyer.com to apply for the position.

LITIGATION ATTORNEY

Wall Templeton & Haldrup, P.A.
Contact Person: Lauren Larymore
Email: Lauren.Larymore@WallTempleton.com

Our firm values loyalty, dedication, integrity, excellence, and life balance.  Most of our partners have practiced together since 2003.  We are seeking a new team member to grow our litigation practice in Charleston, South Carolina.

We are looking for applicants who are ready to take and defend depositions, argue motions, and try cases.  Candidates must have license to practice in South Carolina and possess strong writing and analytical skills.  Our firm provides the opportunity for growth in multiple practice areas of complex litigation with a high level of autonomy.

Legal experience in the following areas is preferred:

• Litigation and trial experience (in both state and federal courts)
• Experience in construction and surety matters
• Experience defending clients for insurance carriers
• Familiarity with insurance coverage matters and bad faith litigation

We have excellent support staff and a positive, solution-based work environment throughout the firm. We take pride in quality work and custom work for clients to create tailored solutions to complex problems.

We are ready for the right candidate to join our firm. Please submit the following to Lauren.Larymore@WallTempleton.com:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Writing Sample
• Transcript
• Two (2) references