Legal Assistant – Governmental Affairs & Transactions

Capstone-Search-Partners; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

On-site work environment

Job summary

Esteemed South Carolina Law Firm is seeking a meticulous Legal Assistant in Columbia to support a Governmental Affairs team on legislative, regulatory, and transactional matters.

The role requires strong organization, discreet handling of confidential information, and excellent communication with attorneys and clients in a fast-paced environment. This onsite position offers a competitive package and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience as a legal assistant or in a comparable professional support role.
• Background supporting transactions, contracts, real estate, or corporate matters is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Strong proofreading, document management, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, proofread, and organize correspondence and documents.
• Assist with transaction matters by tracking deadlines and assembling closing materials.
• Coordinate meetings and calls with clients, attorneys, and public officials.
• Maintain matter files, calendars, and contact lists with accuracy.
• Support attorneys with research, filings, and materials on legislative and regulatory matters.
• Enter attorney time, prepare expense reports, and provide administrative support.

Skills

MS Word

MS Outlook

MS Excel

Proofreading

Document management

Organization

Communication

Job description

Esteemed South Carolina Law Firm is seeking a meticulous Legal Assistant in Columbia to support a Governmental Affairs team on legislative, regulatory, and transactional matters.

The role requires strong organization, discreet handling of confidential information, and excellent communication with attorneys and clients in a fast-paced environment. This onsite position offers a competitive package and comprehensive benefits.