Associate Attorney, Trucking

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Summary

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our Trucking team in Charleston, SC. As an Associate you will work and learn alongside world-class Trial Attorneys providing support before, during and after trials. Trucking cases are amongst the highest value cases in our firm, meaning not only will you work on cases making a profound, positive impact on your clients lives, but you will also be working in an extremely lucrative practice group. As an Associate in our Trucking group, you will carry some of your own cases, while supporting Trial Lawyers on their cases in litigation. This will allow you to gain the experience needed to develop into a polished, well-rounded Litigation and Trial Lawyer.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day handling of mostly trucking litigation cases
• Drafting and filing of litigation documents to include pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions and memorandum
• Guide clients through the case process
• Maintain client relationships
• Interaction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavits
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances
• Work closely with Litigation Paralegals and Case Managers 

Qualification

• Law degree from a fully accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the South Carolina State Bar Association 
• 1+ years of Litigation experience (preferred), Trucking Accident experience a plus but not required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong interest in Personal Injury Law, Trial work
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

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Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff.  For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan,  paid time off and paid holidays.

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