Legal Assistant - Insurance Defense

Capstone-Search-Partners; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Esteemed South Carolina Law Firm in Columbia, SC seeks an experienced Legal Assistant to join its Insurance Defense practice. You will support attorneys and paralegals, manage high-volume case loads, track deadlines, and ensure smooth daily operations with accuracy and clear communication.

The role emphasizes organization, attention to detail, and proficiency with legal calendaring systems, case management software, and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Experience as a legal assistant, preferably in insurance defense or litigation.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with legal calendaring systems and case management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with a professional demeanor.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a high-volume practice.

Responsibilities

• Calendar and docket management for attorney calendars, court dates, depositions, hearings, and meetings.
• Deadline tracking and proactive management of litigation deadlines.
• Document preparation, proofreading, and filing with courts and agencies.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel.
• Oversee physical and electronic case files for organization and accessibility.
• Provide administrative support including billing and time entry.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Communication skills

Legal calendaring

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Legal Assistant – Insurance Defense

Location: Columbia, South Carolina

Company: Esteemed South Carolina Law Firm

About the Role: Are you an organized, detail-oriented legal professional looking to elevate your career with a progressive firm? We are partnering with an established law firm in Columbia, South Carolina, seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join their dynamic Insurance Defense practice group.

In this vital role, you will work closely with attorneys and paralegals to manage high-volume case loads, track critical deadlines, and ensure seamless daily operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your precision and communication skills make a real impact, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Calendar & Docket Management: Maintain complex attorney calendars, including court dates, depositions, hearings, and client meetings with meticulous accuracy.
• Deadline Tracking: Proactively track and manage strict litigation deadlines.
• Document Preparation: Prepare, proofread, and file legal documents directly with courts and relevant agencies.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Act as a key liaison with clients, opposing counsel, expert witnesses, and court personnel to manage schedules and logistics.
• Case File Management: Oversee both physical and electronic case files, ensuring complete organization and accessibility.
• Administrative Support: Assist with billing, time entry, and general administrative duties across the practice group.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Experience: Previous experience working as a legal assistant, with a strong preference for background in insurance defense or litigation.
• Skills: Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management skills coupled with meticulous attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with legal calendaring systems, case management software, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a team-oriented, positive, and professional demeanor.
• Work Ethic: Proven ability to manage competing priorities efficiently within a high-volume practice.

Benefits & Compensation:

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunity to grow within a professional, progressive work environment.