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HR Compliance Partners, LLC
Jasmine Herbert, Principal Consultant & Owner
141 Traction Street PMB 2052
Greenville, South Carolina 29611
Email: jasmine@hrcompliancepartners.com | http://www.hrcompliancepartners.com
Recruiting for office(s) in: Spartanburg, SC
Type of organization: Law Firm
Job Title: Associate Attorney
About HR Compliance Partners: At HR Compliance Partners, we specialize in providing exceptional human resource services designed specifically for small to mid-size businesses in both for-profit and non-profit industries. Our mission is to collaborate closely with our clients to foster positive and productive work environments for their teams. By delivering customized solutions and implementing streamlined, compliance-focused processes, we empower organizations to achieve their goals with confidence and peace of mind.
Position Summary: HR Compliance Partners is excited to represent a respected and growing civil litigation practice in Spartanburg. The team is collaborative, client-centered and committed to high-level advocacy. They are now seeking a motivated Associate Attorney who enjoys ownership of their work, meaningful client interaction, and variety in their caseload.
Position Details:
Handle cases from initial assessment through trial preparation and appeals.
Draft and file pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery responses in state and federal court.
Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
Prepare and argue dispositive and evidentiary motions.
Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations.
Develop litigation strategies in collaboration with senior attorneys.
Prepare clients for hearings, depositions, and trial.
Manage discovery including e-discovery and document review.
Analyze contracts, agreements, financial records, and case materials.
Attend hearings, court appearances, and trials as first or second chair counsel.
Maintain organized case files and meet all litigation deadlines.
Communicate regularly with clients to provide updates and strategic guidance.
Time period of employment: full time, ongoing
- Deadline to apply: 30 January 2026
- Anticipated start date: 2/2/2026
- Response method(s): https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/3746649
- Materials requested: Résumé, https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/3746649
Hiring criteria
Required Experience:
1-5 years of experience handling litigation matters from pleadings through discovery.
Comfort interacting directly with clients and opposing counsel.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to break down complex legal issues.
Ability to balance multiple cases and shifting priorities in a fast-paced practice.
A team-oriented mindset with a desire to collaborate and contribute.
Position Requirements/Preferences:
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
Active South Carolina State Bar membership in good standing.
Active or transferable bar admission for South Carolina and North Carolina or willingness to obtain in both states.
Strong knowledge of civil litigation.
Excellent legal writing and drafting skills.
Prior experience in a law office or litigation setting is strongly preferred.
Ability to manage multiple cases while maintaining attention to detail.
Travel up to 40% between SC and NC.
HR Compliance Partners, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any classification protected by federal or local law.
Salary Description
$80,000 – $120,000 (DOE)