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Employer Information
The Ward Law Firm, PA
Jonathan Clark, Partner
233 S. Pine St.
Spartanburg, South Carolina 29302
Email: jclark@wardfirm.com
Recruiting for office(s) in: Spartanburg, SC
Type of organization: Law Firm
Job Title: Associate Attorney
The Ward Law Firm, P.A. is a civil defense law firm which is seeking a litigation associate to join our litigation practice in Spartanburg, SC. This associate attorney position will handle personal injury litigation, construction defects litigation, business litigation, insurance coverage litigation and general litigation. The ideal candidate has excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as litigation knowledge and experience.
Time period of employment: full time, ongoing
- Deadline to apply: 15 April 2026
- Anticipated start date:
- Response method(s): Email
- Materials requested: Résumé, Grade sheet (unofficial transcript), Cover letter
Hiring criteria
Requirements:
-Ability to handle court appearances and depositions with minimal supervision
-Strong research and writing skills
-Teamwork mentality
-Ability to think strategically and exhibit strong intellectual curiosity
-Must have an active South Carolina bar license
-Must have North Carolina Bar license or ability to obtain North Carolina bar license