Job Description
Job description:
A well-established, mid-sized law firm in Columbia, South Carolina, is seeking motivated and detail-oriented attorneys to join its growing team. The firm maintains a high-volume, dynamic practice focused primarily on representing community associations.
The firm is hiring attorneys across multiple levels, including Staff Attorney, Associate Attorney, Of Counsel, and Entrepreneur Attorney, with opportunities available for both litigators and transactional/non-litigation attorneys.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide general legal counsel to community associations
- Handle litigation and dispute resolution matters (for litigators)
- Manage collections, liens, and foreclosures
- Draft and review contracts, pleadings, and real property instruments
- Conduct legal research using statutes, case law, and other authorities
- Represent clients at meetings, hearings, and trials (litigators)
- Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff
- Maintain strict client confidentiality and secure data handling
- Track and report billable time
- Stay current on changes in applicable laws
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Active license to practice law in South Carolina (required)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Ability to manage deadlines and work effectively under pressure
Compensation/Benefits:
- Salary: $75,000 – $120,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
- 401(k) with matching
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA)
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Flexible scheduling options