Job Openings/Offices for Rent

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LITIGATION PARALEGAL

Colin Ram Law, LLC

Mount Pleasant, SC

Status: Full-time / on-site / start date: November or December 2024

Compensation based on experience.  Raises and bonuses based on performance.

All applications will remain CONFIDENTIAL.

About the Position:

Join our team as a pre-suit & litigation paralegal where you’ll support clients through some of their most challenging times. This role is perfect for someone who’s proactive and wants to make a difference in the Charleston community.

Who We Are:

Colin Ram Law, LLC is a growing personal injury and civil rights law firm, located in Mount Pleasant next to Town Hall, that represents people and their families in serious injury, wrongful death, and civil rights cases in the Charleston area and around South Carolina.

Our work environment is friendly and offers a comfortable and collaborative setting.  No toxic personalities here.

We believe in a healthy work-life balance. We offer a competitive salary with bonuses and raises based on your performance.  We also offer generous paid time off.

Who You Are:

We are looking for a high caliber human being, preferably with at least 2-3 years of experience as a litigation paralegal in a personal injury law firm.

You will be working and speaking with clients regularly, so you must enjoy people and be personable, welcoming, with strong interpersonal communication skills.

Have you been out of the workforce for a few years but are looking to dive back in?  This position is a great fit for experienced litigation paralegals who have taken a few years off from work to take care of their growing families at home and are now ready to get back to the office and work full-time.

You will need to be a friendly problem solver. We need you to be solution oriented, with a bias towards pushing cases forward and seeing projects through to the end.  You thrive on managing complex details and tight timelines.  But you won’t be on your own—you will work alongside people who want to see you succeed in the role and will help you along the way.

We have the systems to help you stay organized, so good tech skills are required.  We use Filevine for case management; Zoom and Calendly for virtual meetings; LexisAI/ChatGPT/Perplexity/Gemini for research, planning, and problem solving; Instagram, FB, and Canva for sharing our story, etc.  You don’t need experience with any particular software to get hired—we will teach you everything you need to succeed.

Job Responsibilities:

• Be the first point of contact for clients and potential clients on the phone;
• Draft and proofread legal documents including correspondence, demand letters, complaints, motions, and settlement paperwork;
• Prepare discovery requests – review and organize discovery responses;
• Schedule and coordinate witness depositions, court hearings, and meetings;
• File pleadings in state and federal court;
• Coordinate with clients’ medical providers and obtain medical records;
• Organize and maintain electronic case files;
• Provide administrative support to our growing firm.

We believe in personal development, so we also want someone who doesn’t mind attending occasional conferences or seminars and consuming books or podcasts about teamwork, business, and/or the law.

Why You’ll Love Working at Colin Ram Law:

We offer a competitive salary with bonuses and raises based on your performance.  We also offer generous paid time off.  We believe in a healthy work-life balance, so you shouldn’t feel nervous about asking for a couple hours off to take care of a personal/family matter.

Our office is closed on all federal holidays and the week between Christmas and New Year’s because spending time with family and friends is why we do this.

Occasionally a friendly dog may join us at the office for the day, so dog friendly people are welcome.

How to Apply:

Please email a brief cover letter along with a current resume and references to: info@sctrial.com

Optional to submit, but strongly encouraged: a sample of your writing.

Learn more about Colin Ram Law, LLC here.

Associate Attorney

Office Space for Rent

Desirable office space for lease in the French Quarter downtown.  1058 sf upstairs office space consisting of a large attorney’s office overlooking State Street, and two staff offices.  Rent includes utilities, maintenance, access to the kitchen, conference room, and printer/copier/scanner.  Available parking at the Cumberland Street garage.  References and deposit may be required.  $4,950/month.

Call Rhonda McCraw at 843-377-1871 to schedule a showing or for more information.

Paralegal

Wood Law Group, LLC is seeking a full-time experienced paralegal. Our small firm represents employers and insurance carriers in workers’ compensation claims and related litigation. The ideal candidate will have experience in the workers’ compensation field.  The main responsibilities associated with this position include the following:

• docketing court hearings and deadlines
• scheduling depositions and mediations
• assisting with preparation of discovery requests and responses
• drafting and proofreading correspondence
• answering phone calls and inquiries
• organizing files and documents
• accurate tracking of time and expense
• accurate filing in firm’s case management system (Filevine)

 This position requires a high level of organization and professionalism. Proficiency with Word, Timeslips and Outlook is also necessary. All work is completed in the office, this is not a remote position. Parking is provided. Firm benefits include flexible PTO, health insurance and IRA match. Customary office hours are 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.

Send resumes to Allen Walton at allen@woodgroupllc.com.

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

Town of Mt. Pleasant Municipal Judge – Two Positions

The Town of Mt. Pleasant is seeking two part-time, two-year positions (Dec. 2024 – Dec. 2026) municipal judges. Click here for more

Senior Litigation Attorney

About the FIRM:

We handle serious personal injury and wrongful death cases. A boutique law firm by choice, we limit our caseload so that we can deliver exceptional legal representation to our clients. Our team members and culture are some of our most valuable assets. We know that a great team requires great people – from top to bottom. Read entire job description

Paralegal

Law Office of Taylor Long, LLC is seeking a full-time experienced paralegal. The firm specializes in family law (divorce, custody, child support, etc.) and QDRO preparation. Looking for someone with the following characteristic: honest, hardworking, self-motivated, organized, friendly, professional, well-mannered, team oriented, exceptional customer service skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

The following are the primary responsibilities associated with this position:

• docketing court hearings and deadlines
• scheduling depositions and mediations
• drafting: reports, pleadings, motions, orders, subpoenas, discovery requests/answers
• drafting and proofreading correspondence
• assisting attorney with preparing for meetings, depositions, mediation, court hearings, and trial
• answering phone calls and inquiries, greeting visitors and clients
• maintaining and organizing files and documents
• providing exceptional client care akin to treating clients as family
• demonstrating leadership qualities and being a supportive team player
• otherwise assisting in the day-to-day operations of the office

Proficiency with Word, Outlook, and Excel is necessary. This position requires work to be done at the office, which is located in West Ashley. Customary office hours are 8:30 am – 5:30 pm, and occasionally after-hours work is required. Competitive salary based on experience, paid vacation, bonus structure, supportive and relaxed work environment. Please email resumes to taylor@taylorlonglaw.com.

Charleston Pro Bono Legal Services – Equal Justice Works Housing Justice Program

Charleston Pro Bono Legal Services seeks diverse and dynamic applicants for a two-year, full-time, in person attorney position as an Equal Justice Works Fellow in the Housing Justice Program. The Fellowship ideally begins in October 2024. Read full jobs description

Charleston Legal Access – Equal Justice Works Housing Attorney Fellow (Two-Year Fellowship)

Charleston Legal Access (“CLA”) seeks diverse and dynamic applicants for a two-year, full-time attorney position at Charleston Legal Access as an Equal Justice Works Fellow in the Housing Justice Program. The Fellowship begins in October 2024 or as soon as the position is filled. The Attorney Fellow will build on the success of the Berkeley County Housing Court and expand to different counties in the Tri-County area. In addition, the Fellow will represent tenants facing or at risk of eviction in the Tri-County area and develop new collaborative partnerships to ensure the continuum of care for tenants. Fellows are expected to participate in peer-to-peer learning actively and required training delivered by Equal Justice Works and training partners throughout the year.

The ideal candidate must be admitted to the South Carolina Bar, can manage a high-volume caseload, can work both independently and collaboratively with varying levels of seniority within and outside the organization, have prior experience in managing projects, have knowledge of housing law, and be committed to being part of a growing nonprofit legal service agency that strives to make the legal system accessible to everyone. For more details visit CLA’ website here.

Charleston Legal Access – Immigration Attorney

Charleston Legal Access (CLA) seeks a dynamic and motivated Immigration Attorney to help establish and grow a new immigration practice within our organization. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in immigration law, be admitted to the South Carolina Bar, or have the ability to waive in with a qualifying UBE score, have family law or litigation experience, and have fluency in Spanish, preferred.  This position demands a proactive, driven approach and a deep commitment to delivering exceptional legal services to underserved communities. The Immigration Attorney will be responsible for providing legal advice and representation to clients who are navigating the complex and often confusing process of our immigration systems and will handle a wide range of cases, including all aspects of family-based immigration matters, which include adjustment of status, citizenship, and humanitarian-based immigration matters.

The salary range for this position is $70,000-$85,000 based on experience. Benefits include health insurance, flexible work hours, ten days of PTO, and sick leave.  Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and legal writing sample to lana@charlestonlegalaccess.org with the subject line “EJW Attorney Fellow Application.” For additional information, please visit the CLA website here.

Paralegal

Lesemann & Associates LLC is seeking a full-time experienced paralegal. We specialize in business disputes, personal injury, wrongful death, land use and zoning, and construction defects, typically representing plaintiffs. The following are the primary responsibilities associated with this position:

• docketing court hearings and deadlines
• scheduling depositions and mediations
• use of e-discovery software (Nextpoint) for document production
• assisting with preparation of discovery requests and responses
• drafting and proofreading correspondence
• answering phone calls and inquiries
• maintaining and organizing files and documents
• electronic filing in state and federal court
• opening and modifying billing matters in Clio
• creation of trial and deposition notebooks

 Prior experience with electronic court filing, electronic discovery, and litigation is required. Proficiency with Word, Outlook, and Excel is also necessary. This position requires work be done at the Lesemann & Associates office, which is located on King Street in downtown Charleston. Parking is provided. Customary office hours are 8:30 am – 5:30 pm, and occasionally after-hours work is required. Please email resumes to Alden Stair at ajs@lalawsc.com.

Accounting/Legal Support Specialist

We are seeking an Accounting/Legal Support Specialist to join our team.  This position offers an exciting opportunity be an integral part of a reputable law firm and contribute to our firm’s success.

The primary focus of this position is to provide support to our accounting team, but the right candidate will also support the rest of our legal team handling some basic clerical functions.

Duties as the accounting support specialist

• Handling, processing and tracking checks and invoices;
• This includes handling and processing all incoming and outgoing mail;
• Issuing and printing checks;
• Following up with collections, outstanding invoices and payments;
• Otherwise assisting the accounting department from within the office.

Other legal support functions

• Handling some light duty legal assistant tasks;
• Filing electronic discovery and other e-filings;
• Serving pleadings, discovery and other documents;
• Answering the phones and greeting visitors, vendors and sales people,
• Otherwise assisting in the day-to-day operations of the office.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• Some experience handling basic financial data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively under pressure.
• Previous experience working in a law firm and/or knowledge of legal terminology and procedures is a plus.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Vacation, insurance, and 401k
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the firm
• Supportive and relaxed work environment

Please send resumes to swinograd@rclawsc.com

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

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.