Litigation Paralegal

CAROLINA LEGAL ASSOCIATES; Charleston (SC); Vor Ort; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Three weeks of paid vacation

Structured bonus program

Zusammenfassung

CAROLINA LEGAL ASSOCIATES is seeking a dedicated Litigation Paralegal to join their business defense practice in Charleston. This role involves direct collaboration with attorneys to manage high-level document production and seamless case management in a dynamic litigation environment.

Ideal candidates will have at least two years of litigation experience, exceptional e-filing skills, and strong communication abilities. Firm benefits include health insurance, three weeks of paid vacation, and a structured bonus program.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum two years of experience in litigation, preferably business or insurance defense.
• Mastery of e-filing procedures and advanced proficiency in legal research.
• Ability to spot inconsistencies in discovery and anticipate litigation phases.
• Exceptional written and verbal skills for professional interactions.

Aufgaben

• Draft and finalize discovery requests, responses, and motions.
• Lead the e-discovery process, managing document review and tagging.
• Prepare for depositions, hearings, and trials with all necessary materials.
• Manage electronic filing and maintain communication with court staff.
• Track and manage billable hours diligently.

Kenntnisse

Litigation experience

E-filing procedures

Legal research proficiency

Document production

Communication skills

Jobbeschreibung

We are hiring a Litigation Paralegal for a business defense practice in Charleston. The firm handles high-stakes litigation where precision, technical expertise, and strategic thinking are the baseline. We are looking for a career-focused Litigation Paralegal to serve as a core member of the team.

The Role

In this position, you will work in direct partnership with the attorneys to navigate the complexities of business defense. This is a role for a paralegal who takes pride in high-level document production and seamless case management.

Your Responsibilities:

• Draft and finalize discovery requests, responses, subpoenas, and preliminary motions that require sharp legal analysis.
• Lead the e‑discovery process, including document review, tagging, and synthesizing data for attorney use.
• Drive the preparation for depositions, hearings, and trials, ensuring all exhibits, witness materials, and tech are ready for the courtroom.
• Manage all aspects of electronic filing (State and Federal) and maintain proactive communication with court staff and opposing counsel.
• Diligently track and manage your billable hours, contributing directly to the firm's success.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of two years’ experience of litigation, preferably within business or insurance defense.
• Mastery of e‑filing procedures and advanced proficiency in legal research and case management platforms.
• The ability to spot inconsistencies in discovery and anticipate the next phase of the litigation lifecycle.
• Exceptional written and verbal skills suited for high-level professional interactions.

Firm Benefits Include:

• Health insurance
• Three weeks of paid vacation
• Structured bonus program and salary reviews.

If you are ready to apply your specialized litigation skills in a focused and rewarding role, we want to hear from you. Apply today for a Litigation Paralegal!