Civil Litigation Paralegal

CAROLINA LEGAL ASSOCIATES; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CAROLINA LEGAL ASSOCIATES in Charleston, SC seeks a dedicated Litigation Paralegal to support a busy business defense practice. You will partner with attorneys to manage high-stakes litigation from inception through trial, coordinating discovery, motions, and trial exhibits while maintaining meticulous case timelines.

Ideal candidates bring at least two years of litigation experience, strong e-filing skills, and proficiency with legal research and case management platforms.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in litigation, preferably within civil, business, or insurance defense.
• Mastery of e-filing procedures and advanced proficiency in legal research and case management platforms.
• The ability to spot inconsistencies in discovery and anticipate the next phase of the litigation lifecycle.
• Exceptional written and verbal skills suited for high-level professional interactions.

Responsibilities

• Draft and finalize discovery requests, responses, subpoenas, and preliminary motions.
• Lead document reviews, tag evidence, and synthesize complex data.
• Drive trials preparation by organizing exhibits and witness materials.
• Manage all State and Federal e-filing and court communications.

Skills

Litigation experience

E-filing procedures

Legal research

Case management

Job description

We are seeking a career-focused Litigation Paralegal for a business defense practice in Charleston. In this role, you will act as a strategic partner to the firm's attorneys, managing high-stakes litigation from inception through trial. If you are a detail-oriented professional who thrives on high-level case management and e-discovery, this is your opportunity to build a long-term career with an exceptional partner firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and finalize discovery requests, responses, subpoenas, and preliminary motions.
• Lead document reviews, tag evidence, and synthesize complex data.
• Drive trials preparation by organizing exhibits and witness materials.
• Manage all State and Federal e-filing and court communications.

Qualifications:

• Two years of experience in litigation, preferably within civil, business, or insurance defense.
• Mastery of e-filing procedures and advanced proficiency in legal research and case management platforms.
• The ability to spot inconsistencies in discovery and anticipate the next phase of the litigation lifecycle.
• Exceptional written and verbal skills suited for high-level professional interactions.

If you are ready to apply your specialized litigation skills in a focused and rewarding role, we want to hear from you.