Student Associate

4 weeks ago


Columbia, United States The Jeffcoat Firm Injury & Accident Lawyers PA Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Jeffcoat is committed to helping people in crisis every day, and CEO Michael Jeffcoat’s mission is to provide unmatched legal services to people in South Carolina. The employees of The Jeffcoat Firm are ambitious, resilient, self-starters with a passion for taking excellent care of clients and each other.


As a Student Associate at Jeffcoat, you’ll have the opportunity to work side-by-side with experienced attorneys and legal colleagues, as well as directly with and for our clients. We aim to provide Student Associates with a realistic view of a law firm. You’ll network and learn about firm expectations while gaining hands-on experience.


We are hiring for the Fall semester. Program dates: September 9, 2024 – December 6, 2024. To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and law school transcript.


What you'll be doing:

  • Shadow and assist Attorneys on special projects and areas of greatest need.
  • Conduct research, create legal summaries, and prepare discovery.
  • Answer basic questions from the clients or pass on legal questions to a firm attorney.
  • Preparing briefs and drafting other documents.
  • Physical file maintenance and management.
  • Participates in training and workshops, such as Increasing Average Case Value Task Force and Jeffcoat Law School.
  • Attends required morning and monthly meetings.
  • Performs other job duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Who you are:

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school.
  • Rising 2L’s or above.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience with Salesforce a plus.
  • Ability to multi-task, and work both within a team and independently.

Why you’ll love it here:

  • $15/hr
  • Receive direct mentorship, and feedback through an end-of-program performance review.
  • Gain hands on experience collaborating with Civil and Criminal Defense Attorneys.
  • Fast-paced, highly engaged, and team-focused work environment.
  • We provide supportive leadership, expect accountability and transparency, and focus on outreach.

Location: 1333 Main St Suite 510, Columbia, SC 29201

Hours: Part Time between 10 – 15 hours per work.

Office Hours: 8:30am – 5:30pm Monday through Friday.

The Jeffcoat Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Talent Acquisitions at hiring@thejeffcoatfirm.com.

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