Join Shumaker, where the excitement of legal excellence intersects with an enjoyable and vibrant workplace! As a Litigation Associate you will engage in sophisticated and challenging commercial litigation work for clients in South Carolina and nationwide. Our ideal candidate will have 5+ years of commercial litigation experience, along with deposition and trial experience. This position will focus on business litigation such as LLC membership and shareholder disputes, trust, private & estate litigation, and contractual disputes. Property tax litigation is a plus, but not required.

At Shumaker, we believe in blending professionalism and fun, making us the perfect destination for those who seek both career growth and a lively, engaging work culture. We offer a welcoming, collegial work environment with competitive compensation and excellent benefits.

This position will work in-person at our Charleston, South Carolina office.

Education, Experience and Skills Required :

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school
• Active South Carolina bar license
• 5+ years’ professional commercial litigation law practice experience
• Strong technological skills, including proficiency with practice management systems and portals
• Superior research skills, including the use of online services and databases
• Project management skills, including the ability to successfully manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadline
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently and maintain a high degree of confidentiality

Physical Requirements :

• Sitting position static for up to one-half hour at a time
• Lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to one hour per day
• Bending and stooping occasionally, up to one-half hour per day