Legal Assistant

Collins & Lacy; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedule

401(k) Plan

Free Parking

Job summary

Collins & Lacy, P.C., located in Columbia, South Carolina, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support their civil defense litigation team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation, excellent organizational and typing skills, and the ability to manage a heavy caseload effectively.

This full-time position requires experience with Federal and State CM/ECF filing and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of litigation or legal assistant experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
• Quick learner who accepts accountability for their work.

Responsibilities

• Support civil defense practice by managing litigation matters.
• Work closely with attorneys on case management tasks.

Skills

Litigation experience

Typing skills

Case management skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Tools

ProLaw

CM/ECF filing

Job description

Legal Assistant – Civil Defense Litigation Columbia, South Carolina | Full-Time, Monday–Friday | In Office Salary Range: $50,000–$60,000 DOE

Collins & Lacy, P.C., an established law firm in Columbia, South Carolina, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support our civil defense practice. This is an immediate opportunity to join a fast-paced, collaborative legal team where attention to detail and proactive case management are essential.

Position Overview

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, organized, and comfortable managing a large caseload while anticipating and prioritizing tasks to meet strict deadlines. This role works closely with attorneys and plays a key role in the day-to-day management of litigation matters.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2+ years of litigation or legal assistant experience


• Excellent typing and dictation skills


• Experience handling large litigation cases


• Proficiency with Federal and State CM/ECF filing


• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office


• Experience using a case management system


• Ability to work closely with attorneys in a team-oriented environment


• Strong analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills


• Exceptional attention to detail


• Quick learner who accepts accountability for their work

Qualifications

• Experience with civil defense matters and mediations


• Experience using ProLaw


• Experience working with insurance companies and clients

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance


• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Sick)


• 10 Paid Holidays


• Flexible Work Schedule


• 401(k) with Employer Contribution


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Free Parking

Equal Opportunity Employer

Collins & Lacy, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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