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Richardson Plowden & Robinson
Amanda Parker, Human Resources Director
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Email: aparker@richardsonplowden.com | http://www.richardsonplowden.com
Send application materials to: Amanda Parker
Recruiting for office(s) in: Charleston, SC
Type of organization: Law Firm
Job Title: Associate Attorney
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
• Career mentorship that includes litigation work, motion practice, discovery, depositions, experts, and mediation support
• Mix of construction defect defense, general litigation, civil litigation and personal injury work
Note:
• Must be actively licensed and in good standing with the South Carolina Bar / sitting for the Bar Exam in August 2026
About US
Richardson, Plowden & Robinson, P.A. is actively seeking an Associate Attorney to join our Construction Law and General Litigation practice group in our Mt. Pleasant, SC office. Candidates must be in good standing with the South Carolina Bar and possess strong academic credentials, exceptional research and writing skills, and the ability to work independently.
Job Description
• Defend construction defect matters for developers, builders, subcontractors, and related parties
• Draft and argue motions, including dispositive motions when appropriate
• Manage written discovery, meet and confer strategy, and case deadlines
• Take and defend depositions, prep witnesses, and support trial preparation when needed
• Coordinate with experts and manage expert discovery
• Support mediations and settlement strategy, communicate clearly with clients and carriers
Qualifications
• Active South Carolina Bar license (required) / sitting for the SC Bar Exam in August 2026
• 1+ years of civil litigation experience
• Strong legal writing, organization, and deadline management
Why You’ll Love Working Here
• High impact matters and real responsibility, not just research support
• Professional team that values efficiency, responsiveness, and results
Benefits
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Firm provided Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Generous 401k Matching and Profit-Sharing Program
• Great Office Culture and Mentorship
Time period of employment: full time, ongoing
- Deadline to apply: 28 February 2026
- Anticipated start date: 03/01/2026
- Response method(s): Email
- Materials requested: Résumé, Cover letter