Overview
Associate Attorney – Mass and Toxic Tort Litigation Jobs in Columbia, SC at Cosmich Simmons & Brown PLLC
Summary
Our rapidly growing plaintiff’s personal injury law firm is seeking a full-time Brief Writer to join our team! You’ll research important, complex legal issues in our personal injury cases and brief these issues while working closely with the Managing Partner.
Candidate must possess a VERY HIGH level of focus and organization.
Brief Writer Scope of Work
This is a permanent, full-time position that involves research and writing ONLY
This position will NOT evolve into litigation
No proofreading will be provided
Brief writer will prepare and mail their own documents
Brief Writer Qualifications
Some after-hours, holiday, and weekend availability may be required with notice
Bachelor’s degree is REQUIRED
Minimum 2 years at a single company is REQUIRED
Minimum 5 years’ brief writing experience in plaintiff’s personal injury experience is REQUIRED
Personal injury / mass torts litigation experience is REQUIRED
Trial court writing experience is REQUIRED
Appellate experience is strongly preferred
Additional Qualifications
Superior computer literacy is REQUIRED
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office is REQUIRED
Superior proficiency in Microsoft Word is strongly preferred
Smart Advocate experience is strongly preferred
Mac OS X proficiency is strongly preferred
Ability to thrive in a paperless environment is REQUIRED
Comfortability with VOIP phones is strongly preferred
Strong understanding of litigation strategy is REQUIRED
Strong understanding of personal injury law is REQUIRED
Strong understanding of legal deadlines is REQUIRED
Superior level of organization is REQUIRED
Strong writing skills is REQUIRED
Strong research skills with footnote citations is REQUIRED
Strong proficiency in document review-based writing without dictation or transcription is REQUIRED
Strong proficiency in Bluebook citation format is REQUIRED
Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules is REQUIRED
Ability to file in state court without assistance is REQUIRED
Strong proficiency in independent document review is REQUIRED
Office Environment
Location: This is an in-office position only (please do not apply if you cannot reliably commute to the office daily)
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Hours: 9 hours daily. Start and stop times may be adjusted for commuters
PTO: Up to 30 days of paid leave/personal time with paid holidays
Compensation: Up to $85,000* (based on experience, education, and performance)
*Compensation listed is maximum and presupposes completion of all required skills and job requirements and would be adjusted accordingly based on inability to meet any such requirements or skills.
For expedited consideration, please visit: https://apply.wonscore.io/39U38J/Patrick-Daniel-Law
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 – $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
Houston, TX 77056 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Houston, TX 77056: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Title: Associate Attorney – Mass and Toxic Tort Litigation
Company: Cosmich Simmons & Brown PLLC
Location: Columbia, SC
