Legal Assistant - Insurance Defense

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. in Columbia, SC is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Insurance Defense team. You will support attorneys by managing calendars, preparing filings, and coordinating with clients and opposing counsel.

This fast-paced role requires strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and proficiency with calendar and case management software, plus MS Office. The department offers a professional environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Experience with calendaring systems, case management software, and MS Office.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a high-volume legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain attorney calendars, including court dates, depositions, hearings, and client meetings.
• Track and manage litigation deadlines with precision.
• Prepare, proofread, and file legal documents with courts and agencies.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel to arrange schedules and logistics.
• Manage case files (electronic and physical), ensuring all documents are organized and accessible.
• Assist with billing and time entry as needed.
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys and paralegals in the practice group.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Attention to detail

Tools

Calendaring software

Case management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. with more than 125 attorneys, we encompass a broad spectrum of transactional and litigation practice areas for large corporations, small businesses, and governmental entities

Our Columbia, South Carolina location is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Insurance Defense team.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain attorney calendars, including court dates, depositions, hearings, and client meetings.


• Track and manage litigation deadlines with precision.


• Prepare, proofread, and file legal documents with courts and agencies.


• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel to arrange schedules and logistics.


• Manage case files (electronic and physical), ensuring all documents are organized and accessible.


• Assist with billing and time entry as needed.


• Provide general administrative support to attorneys and paralegals in the practice group.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a legal assistant, preferably in insurance defense or litigation.


• Strong organizational and time-management skills with meticulous attention to detail.


• Proficiency in calendaring systems, case management software, and Microsoft Office Suite.


• Ability to manage competing priorities in a high-volume practice.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Team player with a positive, professional demeanor.


• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package in a professional, progressive work environment.