Legal Assistant - Litigation

Legal Assistant

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 to join our practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Conduct conflict checks and open new matters.
• Publish legal notices.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Associate's degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Previous experience as a legal assistant or in a professional services environment, ideally with a minimum two to three years' experience.
• Experience with insurance defense is a plus but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Court Filing: Proficient in South Carolina State and Federal court e-filing systems
• Legal Knowledge: Understanding of South Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure and Federal Court practices
• Technology: Comfortable working with legal technology tools and systems
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Experience with DocuSign and dictation a plus.

Benefits:

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