Litigation Associate (Complex Cival)
Recruiting Partner: Jessica Ray
Charleston, South Carolina | Legal | Not Remote | $90,000 to $120,000 | Job ID: 183028
Job Summary
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Goodwin Recruiting is partnering with a respected boutique Charleston litigation firm seeking an associate who enjoys sophisticated, high-stakes civil matters, meaningful responsibility, and a collegial environment. The practice handles substantial plaintiff-side and contingency matters and values mentorship, autonomy, and thoughtful advocacy.
What You’ll Do
Work alongside experienced trial lawyers on varied complex civil litigation matters.
Conduct legal research and produce persuasive pleadings, motions, and briefs.
Support discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation; grow toward second-chair contributions.
Collaborate across two Charleston-area offices.
What We’re Looking For
Approximately 2–3 years of civil litigation experience preferred; strong federal judicial clerkship candidates encouraged.
No firm hoppers ( no less than 2 years in a role)
General litigation background is welcome; specialized commercial litigation experience is not required.
Outstanding analytical skills, judgment, and legal writing; writing sample required.
Law degree and appropriate bar eligibility; bar status will be verified.
Collegial, self-directed approach and interest in professional growth.
Why This Opportunity
Substantive exposure to complex cases and mentorship from accomplished trial attorneys.
No formal billable-hour quota; workload expectations will be discussed during interviews.
A small-firm culture that values autonomy and work-life balance.
JOB ID: 183028
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