Litigation Legal Secretary: E-Filing, Calendars & Docs

Fisher Phillips; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid time off and holidays

Telehealth services

Job summary

Fisher Phillips seeks a skilled Legal Secretary in Columbia, SC to support attorneys and client service in a full-time, on-site capacity. The role emphasizes accurate document work, calendar management, filing, and strong technical proficiency.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years as a legal secretary, MS Office expertise, and familiarity with Lexis Nexis, ECF, Pacer, Aderant Milana, and Concur. Join a firm committed to excellence and professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.
• At least 5 years as a legal secretary.
• Experience with Lexis Nexis, Pacer, ECF, Aderant Milana and Concur.
• Proficient in MS Office and time-entry/document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Format briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• File with state and federal courts (e-filing knowledge a plus).
• Proofread documents for accuracy before distribution or filing.
• Update and maintain client files.
• Maintain attorney calendars via Outlook and Aderant Milana.
• Organize travel arrangements for assigned attorneys.
• Enter and review timekeeper timesheets with litigation codes.
• Prepare attorney reimbursements and mileage.
• Provide friendly telephone support for attorneys and receptionist relief.
• Review vendor invoices and submit accurate payments.
• Process pre-bills and client bills.

Skills

5+ years experience

Legal terminology

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Lexis Nexis

Pacer

ECF

Aderant Milana

Concur

Outlook

MS Office Suite

Job description

Fisher Phillips seeks a skilled Legal Secretary in Columbia, SC to support attorneys and client service in a full-time, on-site capacity. The role emphasizes accurate document work, calendar management, filing, and strong technical proficiency.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years as a legal secretary, MS Office expertise, and familiarity with Lexis Nexis, ECF, Pacer, Aderant Milana, and Concur. Join a firm committed to excellence and professional growth.