Legal Assistant

Night Administrator (ADOE); Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Charleston is seeking a Legal Assistant with a minimum of 3 years of experience to support its legal team. The role involves managing administrative tasks, preparing legal documents, and client interaction, contributing to the successful operation of the firm. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, proficient in legal terminology, and skilled in case management.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience in a law firm.
• Transcription experience and personal injury litigation preferred.
• Understanding of legal language and principles.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining calendars and deadlines for court dates and appointments.
• Preparing and processing legal documents for filings.
• Communicating with clients and managing legal files.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Legal case management software

Microsoft Office Suite

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Company Description

Barnwell Whaley Patterson & Helms, LLC is a law firm that represents and counsels businesses and professionals in both State and Federal courts in North and South Carolina. Our firm is widely respected for its work in complex litigation matters. Established in 1938 in Charleston, our firm has over 20 members and associates. For additional information, visit www.barnwell-whaley.com.

Description

Company Description

Barnwell Whaley Patterson & Helms, LLC is a law firm that represents and counsels businesses and professionals in both State and Federal courts in North and South Carolina. Our firm is widely respected for its work in complex litigation matters. Established in 1938 in Charleston, our firm has over 20 members and associates. For additional information, visit www.barnwell-whaley.com.

Your Role

This is a full-time Legal Assistant position in our Charleston, SC office. Our ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' experience. A Legal Assistant’s job is to support a legal team of the law firm by performing administrative tasks and providing administrative assistance.

Your Responsibilities

• Maintaining calendars and deadlines for court dates, filing deadlines, and client meetings.
• Scheduling depositions, hearings, legal proceedings, and appointments for attorneys.
• Creating electronic files, preparing and processing correspondence, memoranda, and complex legal documents.
• Preparing documents for state and federal court filings and e-filing in various state and federal courts.
• Filing documents with state and federal courts using e-filing systems.
• Communicating with clients via phone, email, or in person, and screening and directing incoming calls.
• Creating and maintaining legal files, including transcripts, and organizing documents.
• Maintaining and processing case information, managing the progression of cases to final disposition.
• New client intake and file maintenance utilizing the firm's electronic records management system.
• Scheduling coordination of travel and expense reimbursement.
• Managing client expenses and invoices from third-party vendors.
• Assisting with month-end billing for the supervising attorney.
• Administrative duties include, but are not limited to, copying, filing, and transcription.
• Maintaining the confidentiality of the attorney-client relationship.
• Back-up for the Receptionist as needed.
  
  

Requirements

Your Skills and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of relevant experience.
• Personal injury and commercial litigation experience preferred.
• Transcription experience is a must.
• Document management experience with legal case management software knowledge preferred.
• Occasional time entry for supervising attorney.
• Understanding legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs

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