Description:
Full-service boutique landlord-tenant and creditor's rights law firm seeking an associate attorney for its Columbia, South Carolina location. The firm's primary practice areas include landlord-tenant law, foreclosures, replevins, bankruptcy, collections and general litigation matters focused on landlord-tenant law, real estate and creditors' rights related issues. We are seeking a motivated associate attorney to assist in each of these practice areas. Applicants should be self-motivated and well organized as they will be expected to assist throughout the firm as needed. This position will provide a wide range of valuable experiences to the prospective applicant including direct client interaction, document production, and courtroom experience. The firm has a casual office with flexible scheduling as well as a collaborative work environment.Responsibilities:
- Assist litigation partner
- Legal Research
- Represent clients in court throughout the state of South Carolina
- Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of clients
- Advise clients on business and legal transactions
- Negotiate settlements for legal disputes
- Comply with all legal standards and regulations
Requirements:
- Degree from an accredited law school
- Must be licensed to practice law in the State of South Carolina
- Admission to the District Court of South Carolina is a plus
- Strong Research and Writing skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills as the applicant will be expected to interact directly with clients, court personnel and defendants on a daily basis
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
