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Grand Strand Law Group
Lacey Higginbotham, Partner
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Email: lhigginbotham@grandstrandlawgroup.com | http://www.grandstrandlawgroup.com
Send application materials to: W. Lacey Higginbotham, Esq.
Recruiting for office(s) in: Myrtle Beach, SC
Type of organization: Law Firm
Job Title: Entry Level Associate Attorney
Are you a recent law school graduate looking to work with experienced attorneys and paralegals who will give you the opportunity to learn and further your legal career? If so, we are looking for you! We are an established law firm seeking an entry level associate attorney to assist and support our managing attorney in a fast paced, efficient real estate, estate planning, probate, and business law office. We aim to provide clarity and kindness to all of our clients’ legal matters. This is a great opportunity to learn about multiple aspects of transactional law including real estate, estate planning, probate, and business law, and to do so while living at the beach.
The firm currently has two offices with plans to continue our growth in the Horry and Georgetown areas. This position is ripe for someone looking to take control of their career and maintain an excellent work-life balance. It is our belief that everyone deserves to be happy in their career while enjoying plenty of time with family.
The right candidate will be able to manage specialized work efficiently, with confidence, and competence. As you grow into the primary attorney in the office, you will learn to do the following: Advise staff regarding real estate transactions, title issues and contract questions; Advise staff regarding complex estate and probate issues; Advise clients on business formation; Navigate real estate, estate planning, probate, and business law issues with confidence while providing support and direction to all staff; Attend all in-house real estate closings, estate planning signings, and business formation meetings while providing sound direction to clients and making the experience enjoyable. Detailed training will be provided based on the candidate’s prior experience.
We have procedures in place for all aspects of the job in order to support you in this position. The person in this position will report to the Senior Associate weekly but will also be a huge part of the leadership team, making decisions for the firm as we grow. The position will generally be task oriented, requiring someone with a conservative, careful, and cautious, yet fun, approach to work. Candidate must be able to manage others while providing a basis for a happy work atmosphere for all team members.
To be considered for the position, you must provide your resume, references, and take an assessment which will be provided via email after receipt of your resume.
Qualifications
• SC Bar License – Candidate must have passed the SC bar or expect a passing grade in the upcoming results;
• Juris Doctorate – from an Accredited Law School;
• Grit – If you have it, you know it! We want someone ready to take on the world and succeed;
• Gumption – If you have it, you know it! We want someone ready to take control of their future;
• Eager to Learn – Be prepared to learn from senior attorneys, to meet our clients needs, and grow our client base;
• Effective Communication Skills – Active listening is key when speaking with clients and staff;
• Excellent Problem Solving Skills – someone willing to think outside the box as well as within the confines of the law;
Our values direct how we do business, how we care for clients, how we engage with each other and who we select to join our firm. These are:
• Honest
• Kind
• Judicious
• Tenacious
• Happy
Time period of employment: full time, ongoing
- Deadline to apply: 30 November 2024
- Anticipated start date: 12/01/2024
- Response method(s): Email
- Materials requested: Résumé, 2