Legal Assistant - Litigation at Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. in Greenville, SC

Job description

• We currently have an opening in the Greenville, SC office for an onsite, fulltime Legal Assistant to join our practice.

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.

Requirements

• 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 immigration law 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.

Skills

Preferred

• Experience with immigration law
• Experience with DocuSign and dictation

Benefits

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