Criminal Defense Legal Assistant

Carolina Defense Lawyers; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer contribution

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Volunteer time off

Career growth

Job summary

The Jeffcoat Firm is seeking a highly capable Criminal Defense Legal Assistant to join our team in Columbia, SC. You will provide essential administrative and legal support to our attorneys, manage court calendars, communicate with clients, and assist with case collection and file management.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 2+ years of administrative/customer service experience (1 year law firm experience preferred), strong communication and writing skills, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of administrative and customer service experience, preferably in an office.
• Minimum of 1 year of law firm experience.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency with legal software, case management systems, or Salesforce is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Calendar court dates and manage related documents.
• Notify clients of court dates via email and SMS.
• Prepare and file expungement and pardon applications; request records.
• Assist with client questionnaires and fee agreements.
• Coordinate with attorneys and staff to support case management.

Skills

Administrative experience

Customer service

Strong writing skills

Excellent communication

Legal industry experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Legal case management systems

Job description

Description

The Jeffcoat Firm is committed to helping everyday people in crisis, and CEO Michael Jeffcoat’s mission is to provide unmatched legal services to people in South Carolina. The employees of The Jeffcoat Firm are ambitious, resilient, self-starters with a passion for taking excellent care of clients and each other. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Criminal Defense Legal Assistant to join our legal team.

Job Type

Full-time

As a Criminal Defense Legal Assistant at The Jeffcoat Firm, you’ll be responsible for providing essential administrative and legal support to our attorneys and contributing to the success of our clients' criminal defense cases. This position requires a strong commitment to client service, excellent communication skills, and the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.

What you’ll be doing:

• Calendar court dates utilizing an AI platform and ensuring entries are correct and all necessary documents are attached.
• Calendar all additional OMVH summons and emailed summons.
• Notify clients of all court dates via email and SMS.
• Draft and send non-initial and OMVH continuances and notify client via SMS.
• Ensure all Discovery is downloaded and uploaded into the proper platform, follow up on outstanding Discovery via email and phone.
• Draft and file expungement and pardon applications, request SLED reports, and investigate and request dispositions from courts.
• Assist with preparing physical files upon request.
• Assist Case Managers with client questionnaires and fee agreements when necessary.
• Coordinate with attorneys and legal staff to support seamless case management and workflow.
• Handle administrative tasks, including mailing, scanning, and faxing important documents.
• Attend required morning and monthly meetings.
• Performs other job duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Who you are:?

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 2+ years of administrative experience and customer service experience required, preferably in an office environment.
• Minimum of 1 year of law firm experience.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and writing skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency in using legal software, case management systems, or Salesforce is a plus.

Why you’ll love it here:

• Compensation Range: $19 - 23 per hour
• Work-Life Balance: We recognize the importance of downtime and limit overtime to a maximum of 5 hours per week.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Take advantage of parental leave & a 401k plan with an employer contribution.
• Paid Time Off: Recharge with our generous vacation policy, including 12 paid holidays.
• Volunteer Time Off: Our Firm believes in making our community a better place and paying all successes forward.
• Career Growth: We provide supportive leadership, expect accountability and transparency, and focus on outreach.

Requirements

• Hours: 8:00 AM—5:00 PM Monday – Friday
• Location: Full-time in office (807 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201)

The Jeffcoat Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Talent Acquisitions at [e-mail].