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Litigation Paralegal
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What they do
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.
$62,367 / year median in South Carolina
+6% projected growth
Job Description
- Assisting attorneys throughout the legal process of a lawsuit
- Drafting legal documents, including pleadings and motions
- Answering discovery requests and scheduling depositions
- Managing case files and coordinating with clients and opposing counsel
- Updating case and client information databases, ensuring accuracy and accessibility of all records
- Calculating and tracking deadlines, and communicating progress, status, and issues to attorneys
- Drafting pleadings, subpoenas, discovery requests and responses, correspondence, interrogatories/answers, other legal documents
- Filing pleadings in both State and Federal Court
- Handling various administrative and legal tasks to ensure smooth case progression
Qualifications:
- Paralegal Certification preferred
- Familiarity with State Courts, Federal U.S. District Court, and a strong understanding of the insurance claims process
- Knowledge of Clio case management software or similar preferred.
- Critical thinking and sound judgment with the ability to analyze and resolve problems
- Strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written, verbal, and analytical communication skills
- High level of proficiency in
Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint Experience:
- 2+ years of paralegal experience
Job Type:
This is a full-time position with a generous starting pay based on experience, plus benefits and potential bonuses.Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Monday to