Commercial Litigation Paralegal: Trial-Ready Case Support

Capstone-Search-Partners; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Respected South Carolina Law Firm in Columbia, South Carolina seeks an experienced Commercial Litigation Paralegal to join its legal team. You will work closely with attorneys to manage complex cases, coordinate discovery, and support trial preparation through all phases of litigation.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in litigation, strong research and writing skills, and proficiency with MS Office and legal management software.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in paralegal studies or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of court procedures and litigation processes.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for trials, hearings, and depositions by organizing case materials.
• Draft, file, and serve complaints, motions, discovery requests, and responses.
• Conduct legal research and review statutes, case law, and articles.
• Manage case files (physical and electronic).
• Coordinate the discovery process and review evidence.
• Communicate with clients, experts, witnesses, and opposing counsel.
• Assist with trial preparation including exhibits and witness lists.
• Track case deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules.

Skills

Litigation paralegal experience

Legal research

Drafting legal documents

Microsoft Office

Legal management software

Education

Associate degree in Paralegal Studies

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Case management software

Job description

Respected South Carolina Law Firm in Columbia, South Carolina seeks an experienced Commercial Litigation Paralegal to join its legal team. You will work closely with attorneys to manage complex cases, coordinate discovery, and support trial preparation through all phases of litigation.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in litigation, strong research and writing skills, and proficiency with MS Office and legal management software.