Senior Associate / Partner

Hall Booth Smith•Mount Pleasant, SC

20h•$200,000

About The Position

Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is seeking a Senior Associate or Partner to join its Litigation Practice. The role is based out of the Charleston, South Carolina office, but may be located anywhere in South Carolina with the option to work remotely. This is an opportunity to join a growing team and office, collaborate with experienced litigators, participate in case strategy and development, and interact with and develop firm clients. The position involves representing and defending clients in complex civil litigation, focusing on medical malpractice and/or aging services matters, including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and acute rehabilitation. The role also includes attending mediations, negotiating settlements, managing cases from intake through resolution, supervising associates and staff, and providing consistent case updates to clients and colleagues.

Requirements

At least 7 years of medical malpractice and/or aging services litigation experience.
Active membership in good standing with the South Carolina Bar.
Experience with all aspects of litigation, including discovery, depositions, mediation, motions practice, and trial.
Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to develop case strategies independently, think strategically through complex issues, and collaborate with attorneys and clients to manage cases.
Ability to ensure client deadlines are met and provide excellent client service.

Responsibilities

Represent and defend clients in hearings, trials, and depositions in complex civil litigation, focusing on medical malpractice and/or aging services, including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and acute rehabilitation.
Attend mediations and negotiate settlement agreements.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with individual and institutional clients.
Manage cases from intake through resolution and effectively supervise associates and staff members.
Provide clients and colleagues with consistent case updates regarding overall case strategy.