Litigation Associate Attorney

McAngus Goudelock & Courie • Myrtle Beach, SC

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About The Position

McAngus Goudelock & Courie (MGC) is seeking attorneys to join its Litigation team in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The firm has 22 offices across 12 states and 31 years of experience. Remote or hybrid options may be considered after training and integration with the team.

Associates gain hands-on experience in all phases of civil litigation, from case inception through trial, as well as direct client contact. The position offers a membership track with defined benchmarks, a formal mentorship structure, competitive compensation with monthly bonus opportunities, and hybrid work options. Candidates should be willing to learn, work both autonomously and collaboratively, and embrace AI to innovate and elevate everyday legal work.

Requirements

• Must be licensed to practice law in South Carolina or have pending South Carolina bar exam results.
• Willingness to learn and work autonomously and within a team structure.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Initiative and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Mindset geared toward embracing AI to innovate and elevate everyday legal work.

Nice To Haves

• 1–5 years of practice experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess new files to establish action plans, budgets, and recommendations.
• Identify pleading requirements and delegate tasks to paralegals as needed.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and other discovery events, and provide thorough reports.
• Negotiate settlements, secure authority, and prepare for trial as necessary.
• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with monthly bonus opportunities.
• Paid parental leave.
• Leadership training programs.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Casual dress code.
• Mental health support resources.
• Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion.
• Formal mentorship structure.
• Hybrid work options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed