Attorney: Eminent Domain & Condemnation Mid-Level Associate

Locations: Columbia, Charleston, and Greenville, South Carolina

A leading Southeastern law firm is seeking an ambitious Associate Attorney to join its Litigation Associate to join our Eminent Domain & Condemnation Practice in either our Columbia, Greenville, or Charleston offices in South Carolina. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious associate seeking to handle litigation and condemnation matters related to a broad range of real estate assets, working alongside seasoned professionals on eminent domain and condemnation matters.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in South Carolina, in good standing
• 3 to 5 years of experience in commercial real estate related litigation and an interest in eminent domain issues and condemnation procedures across South Carolina and Georgia.
• Direct experience in any of the following commercial real estate-related practice areas: eminent domain/condemnation, property rights, land use, zoning/entitlements, real estate development, commercial real estate transactions (excluding residential closings), or real estate litigation. 
• Proficiency in handling hearings, discovery, and depositions is essential.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills are required, along with the ability to multitask and synthesize complex legal research. 
• An interest in a high-volume, litigation-based practice is crucial, as the candidate must be adept at managing multiple matters and maintaining organization.
• Georgia bar is a plus (SC bar required).

Why Join?

This is an outstanding opportunity to work on sophisticated real estate transactions within a nationally recognized team, known as one of the Southeast’s premier real estate practices. With nearly 50 attorneys dedicated to helping clients bring projects from concept to completion, the team advises on virtually every type of real property, from office buildings and mixed-use developments to renewable energy projects and health care facilities. Attorneys in this group work with a broad range of clients—including developers, investors, lenders, landlords, and tenants—on high-profile projects across the United States. The firm fosters a collegial and supportive culture that values mentorship, organic professional development, and meaningful community engagement.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Expected base salary range of $200,000-$310,000, determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for multiple bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; paid parental leave; HSA/FSA; 401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plan; employee referral program; PTO and holidays; an employee assistance program; and corporate discounts

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and deal sheet/list of representative transactions for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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