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Law Offices of Kenneth Berger
Chelsea Fullerton, CMO
5205 Forest Dr
Columbia, South Carolina 29206
Email: cfullerton@bergerlawsc.com | http://bergerlawsc.com
Send application materials to: Jason Savage
Recruiting for office(s) in: Columbia, SC
Type of organization: Law Firm
Job Title: Trial Lawyer
The Law Offices of Kenneth Berger is seeking a high-level attorney who wants to become a true trial lawyer.
We are a plaintiff’s trial firm focused on life-changing injury and wrongful death cases. We believe in preparing every case for trial and view settlement as a byproduct of trial readiness, not a primary objective.
This position is for a highly ambitious individual who wants to sharpen strategic thinking, develop elite courtroom skills, and become part of a firm that prioritizes value over volume.
Who We Are
We are dedicated to:
-Fewer cases
-Deeper preparation
-The relentless pursuit of justice
-Trial readiness in every file
If your goal is to become a premier South Carolina trial lawyer, you will be challenged, supported, and rewarded here.
If your goal is comfort, routine, or volume practice — this is not the right firm.
Essential Skills & Responsibilities
-Preparing cases from intake through verdict with a trial-first mindset
-Conducting written discovery designed to increase leverage and case value
-Taking and defending depositions with purpose and strategic vision
-Drafting and arguing dispositive and evidentiary motions
-Working with lay and expert witnesses to factually and thematically align evidence
-Trying multiple cases with fellow team members each year
-Mastering the South Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure and Evidence
-Treating clients like family, and teammates with the utmost respect
What We Expect
-Ownership mentality
-Strategic thinking and tactical execution
-Intellectual rigor
-Empathy and genuine concern for other human beings
-Preparation beyond what is required
-A desire to become great and the work ethic to match
What You Will Gain
-Mentorship from nationally recognized trial lawyers
-Opportunities to prepare and try high-value cases
-A structured path toward courtroom excellence
-A culture that values preparation, professionalism, and reputation
-The opportunity to build a long-term career as a serious trial advocate
Time period of employment: full time, ongoing
- Deadline to apply: 31 March 2026
- Anticipated start date: 3/1/26
- Response method(s): Email
- Materials requested: Résumé, Cover letter
Hiring criteria
Compensation
Compensation is commensurate with production and overall contribution to the firm’s reputation and results. Our compensation structure rewards performance, growth, and long-term alignment.
How to Apply
Please email a cover letter and resume to:
Jason Savage
jsavage@bergerlawsc.com
Your cover letter should answer the following questions:
-Why do you want to become a great trial lawyer?
-What have you done in pursuit of that goal?
-What makes you the best candidate for this position?