Attorney: Eminent Domain & Condemnation Mid-Level Associate (SC-MULTI-CITY)

Attorney: Eminent Domain & Condemnation Mid-Level Associate

Locations: Columbia, Charleston, and Greenville, South Carolina

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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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