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Associate Attorney - Workers' Compensation
Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP
Columbia, USA
Full-time
Entry
Onsite
Discovered 1 months ago
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Benefits:
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- HRA
- FSA
- 401K
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- 3 weeks of PTO
- Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
- Only full-time employees eligible
- Ability to commute/relocate:
- Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work.
- Hedrick Gardner is committed to the equal employment opportunity of all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.
- For 70 years, our firm has been a trusted legal partner throughout North and South Carolina — delivering strategic defense, practical counsel, and results that matter. Across our five offices, we combine knowledge and experience with the resources and insight to manage complex claims and litigation efficiently.
- We believe the strongest defense is built on solid relationships and client engagement. Our attorneys are more than counsel. We stand beside clients at every stage of a dispute by offering clear guidance, focused strategy, and relentless advocacy. Clients trust us to protect their interests and show up when it matters most.
- What sets us apart is our commitment to true partnership. We invest deeply in understanding each client’s unique perspective, challenges they are facing, and their priorities, ensuring our counsel is practical and aligned with your business goals.
- We blend a legacy of steady, dependable advocacy with a collaborative multi-generational approach — where experience meets innovation and grit meets adaptability. This balance allows us to navigate complex claims with precision that enhances efficiency and outcomes.
- Our five offices across the Carolinas give us unmatched perspective. We understand the nuances of state and regional regulations and court practices, enabling us to craft defense strategies grounded in real-world environments.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and an active license to practice law in the State of South Carolina.
- Minimum of one (1) year of Workers’ Compensation defense litigation experience required.
- Demonstrated knowledge of workers’ compensation laws, procedures, and claims management, with the ability to effectively manage a caseload from inception through resolution.
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to prepare persuasive motions, briefs, position statements, and client communications.
- Deposition and mediation experience preferred, including experience conducting witness examinations and participating in settlement negotiations.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, claims professionals, employers, medical providers, opposing counsel, and colleagues.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with exceptional time-management skills and the ability to consistently meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong work ethic and commitment to delivering outstanding client service.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a team-oriented practice while taking ownership of assigned matters.
About Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP
Legal Services176 employeesFounded 1956
North Carolina-based litigation defense law firm serving businesses across North and South Carolina.
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