Litigation Legal Secretary — Fast, Detail‑Oriented Admin

Hall Booth Smith, P.C.; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hall Booth Smith, P.C. in Charleston seeks a legal secretary with 2+ years of litigation experience to support attorneys with calendar management, document handling, and time entry. Accurate typing at 70 wpm is required, and a resume with a cover letter is requested for consideration.

The role covers full administrative support across the firm, including file management, billing support, and coordination of communications with clients and courts.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in litigation.
• Typing speed of 70 wpm is required.
• Resume and cover letter are required for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe dictation and format letters, pleadings, and other forms.
• Prepare rough drafts and proofread legal documents before finalizing them.
• Open new files, perform conflict checks, and draft engagement letters to clients.
• Enter attorney billable time and maintain calendars.
• Prepare files for hearings and depositions.

Skills

Typing 70 wpm

Organization

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hall Booth Smith, P.C. in Charleston seeks a legal secretary with 2+ years of litigation experience to support attorneys with calendar management, document handling, and time entry. Accurate typing at 70 wpm is required, and a resume with a cover letter is requested for consideration.

The role covers full administrative support across the firm, including file management, billing support, and coordination of communications with clients and courts.