Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. With more than 110 attorneys, we encompass a broad spectrum of transactional and litigation practice areas for large corporations, small businesses, and governmental entities. We currently have an opening in the Charleston, SC office for an onsite, fulltime Legal Assistant for the Corporate Litigation Practice Group.

Key Responsibilities:

• E-Filing Management: Prepare and file legal documents electronically through the South Carolina State and Federal court systems.
• Document Preparation & Review: Draft, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Case Management: Maintain and organize case files, both electronically and physically, ensuring all filings and deadlines are met.
• Attorney Support: Assist attorneys with scheduling, court filings, trial preparation, and case coordination.
• Calendaring & Deadlines: Track litigation deadlines, hearings, and court dates to ensure compliance with court rules and procedures.
• Administrative Support: Handle administrative tasks such as time entry, billing assistance, and travel arrangements as needed.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience: Minimum 3+ years of litigation legal assistant experience, preferably in South Carolina.
• E-Filing Proficiency: Strong knowledge of South Carolina State and Federal court electronic filing systems.
• Legal Knowledge: Familiarity with South Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure and Federal Court procedures.
• Technology Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal case management software.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to multitask, prioritize workloads, and manage competing deadlines.
• Attention to Detail: Strong proofreading and document formatting skills.
• Professionalism: Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package in a professional, progressive work environment.

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