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MGC Myrtle Beach-Litigation Legal Assistant
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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
Join MGC's Litigation Team in Myrtle Beach! At MGC, we redefine the law firm experience. As a highly respected, technology-driven law firm celebrating 30 years of excellence in 2025 spanning 23 offices across 12 states, we're not your typical law firm. We offer flexible work arrangements, competitive compensation packages and a collaborative environment designed to help motivated professionals succeed. We are currently seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Myrtle Beach office. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses exceptional organizational, communication, and multitasking skills. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to assigned attorneys and paralegals, manage competing priorities, and ensure that day-to-day responsibilities are handled with professionalism, accuracy, and efficiency. Qualifications High school diploma required; some college education preferred. Three years of related legal assistant or administrative experience preferred. Prior law firm, litigation, or insurance industry experience preferred. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Provide administrative and non-billable litigation support to assigned attorneys and paralegals. Assist with the preparation, organization, and management of legal documents and correspondence. Maintain and organize electronic and physical files in accordance with firm procedures. Assist with document management, including saving, organizing, and retrieving documents from firm databases and case management systems. Assist with scheduling meetings, depositions, hearings, conferences, and other appointments. Coordinate calendars and communicate scheduling information to attorneys, paralegals, clients, and other parties as needed. Document conversions- Prepare, format, proofread, and edit correspondence, pleadings, reports, and other legal documents. Assist with electronic filing and other administrative tasks related to litigation matters. Monitor attorney calendars and assist with tracking deadlines and important case dates. Handle incoming telephone calls, emails, and correspondence with professionalism, courtesy, and discretion. Communicate effectively by email and telephone with clients, attorneys, staff, courts, opposing counsel, and other outside contacts. Assist with transcription and dictation as needed. Enter and maintain accurate information in firm databases and case management systems. Maintain confidentiality of client and firm information at all times. Take initiative and manage multiple tasks and priorities while working efficiently and independently with minimal supervision. Perform other administrative and legal support duties as assigned. If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a firm that values innovation and a supportive workplace culture, we encourage you to apply to McAngus Goudelock & Courie!