A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
The firm is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Paralegal to support attorneys across multiple practice areas, including but not limited to litigation, family law, real estate, estate planning/probate, corporate/business law, and personal injury. The paralegal will work under the direct supervision of a licensed South Carolina attorney and assist in all phases of case and matter management, from intake through resolution or closing. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, contracts, deeds, wills, trusts, and correspondence Conduct legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, or similar platforms and summarize findings for attorney review Organize, index, and maintain case files (physical and electronic), including document management systems Prepare exhibits, trial notebooks, and demonstrative materials for hearings, depositions, and trial Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and third parties under attorney direction Calendar deadlines, court dates, and statutes of limitations; monitor case timelines Assist with e-filing in South Carolina state courts (SCJB) and/or federal courts (PACER/CM-ECF) Coordinate scheduling of depositions, mediations, hearings, and closings Conduct client intake interviews and gather background information/documentation Support probate filings and estate administration matters with the Probate Court Maintain compliance with South Carolina Rules of Professional Conduct regarding the unauthorized practice of law (paralegals may not give legal advice, set fees, or represent clients in court) Perform other duties as assigned by supervising attorneys Qualifications Associate's degree or Certificate in Paralegal Studies (ABA-approved program preferred); Bachelor's degree a plus 2+ years of paralegal experience preferred (entry-level candidates with strong internships may be considered) South Carolina Certified Paralegal (SCCP) designation through the SC Bar Paralegal Division, or willingness to obtain, preferred but not required Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal practice management software (e.g., Clio, MyCase, NetDocuments) Familiarity with South Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure and local court rules Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines High degree of discretion and confidentiality Notary Public commission in South Carolina preferred or willingness to obtain Preferred Skills Experience with e-filing systems for SC state and/or federal courts Familiarity with SC-specific forms and procedures (family court, probate court, magistrate court) Application Instructions To apply, please submit the following: Resume Cover Letter In your cover letter, briefly describe your paralegal experience, the practice areas you've worked in, and why you're interested in this position. Attention to detail matters in this role. To confirm you've read this posting in full, please tell us your favorite sports team (college or pro we won't hold it against you either way) somewhere in your cover letter. Applications that don't include this may not be considered.
