Litigation Paralegal

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal
Job Overview:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join our client to support attorneys through all stages of civil litigation while ensuring cases move forward efficiently and accurately. This role plays a key part in organizing case materials, preparing legal documentation, and contributing to trial readiness. The position offers hands on involvement across a diverse litigation docket and consistent collaboration with attorneys and legal teams. This is a permanent, onsite opportunity based in Charleston, South Carolina.
Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, normal business hours
Key Responsibilities of the Litigation Paralegal:
• Support attorneys across the full litigation lifecycle, from case intake through trial preparation, by coordinating tasks, deadlines, and case activities
• Draft and assist with pleadings, motions, discovery responses, document productions, and other routine legal documents
• Collect, organize, review, and analyze case related materials, including medical records, technical documents, and discovery materials
• Prepare detailed summaries of deposition transcripts, medical records, and other key case documents to support legal strategy
• Maintain organized case files and litigation support materials while assisting with research, document searches, and trial preparation
Qualifications and Skills for the Litigation Paralegal:
• Two or more years of experience supporting litigation matters, with exposure to general civil litigation, construction litigation, or personal injury defense preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases, prioritize competing deadlines, and work effectively within an active litigation environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with attorneys, clients, experts, and vendors
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Acrobat, along with familiarity with e discovery or document management platforms such as Relativity or similar systems
• Paralegal certificate from an accredited program preferred, with a bachelor’s degree strongly valued or equivalent experience considered
Why Join Us?
This role offers meaningful involvement in complex litigation matters and the opportunity to work closely with experienced legal professionals. You will gain hands on exposure to all phases of litigation while contributing directly to day to day case progress. The environment supports collaboration, skill development, and accountability within a professional legal setting.
About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp to hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting and Finance, Call Center and Office Support, Human Resources, Sales and Marketing, and Information Technology. Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.