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Senior Trial Attorney

Type Full-Time

Location South Carolina - Columbia

Job ID 37U7373458

Experience Level Senior Associate

Job Experience Min. 7 Years

Ranking 3 : Mostly Business $$$

Estimated Salary Lower than Highest Salary Band in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas Litigation - Securities LitigationLitigation - Financial ServicesInsurance Defense - GeneralLitigation - Commercial

2025-05-05 03:10:20
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Job Title: Senior Trial Attorney

Job Overview

A prominent law firm based in Columbia, SC, is seeking a highly experienced trial attorney to lead a dedicated litigation team handling complex cases involving financial misrepresentation, with a focus on Indexed Universal Life (IUL) insurance disputes and premium-financed insurance schemes. This position offers the opportunity to drive strategy, lead a legal team, and directly influence case outcomes in high-stakes matters.

Duties

  • Direct litigation strategies across 15–25 active investor loss and insurance fraud cases

  • Draft, file, and argue substantive motions; lead and manage discovery and deposition phases

  • Collaborate with specialized experts in financial services, life insurance, and economics

  • Represent clients in mediations, negotiations, and other high-leverage resolution forums

  • Guide and mentor associate attorneys, litigation analysts, and support staff

  • Maintain ongoing communication with clients and update them on case progress

Requirements

  • Minimum of 7 years of litigation experience, ideally involving financial services, insurance disputes, or mass tort claims

  • Admitted to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

  • Demonstrated success in managing complex litigation, including leadership over the full case lifecycle

  • Prior experience working with expert witnesses and handling discovery-heavy matters

Education

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications

  • Active license to practice law in SC in good standing.

Skills

  • Advanced legal research, drafting, and courtroom advocacy

  • Strategic litigation planning and risk assessment

  • Strong interpersonal and team leadership skills

  • Familiarity with financial product structures and regulatory frameworks

  • Excellent negotiation and case resolution capabilities

Job Location

  • Columbia, SC

  • Flexible work arrangement: remote or hybrid options available

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Date Last Confirmed

05-05-2025

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