Litigation Paralegal

RecruitPod Global; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and employer matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

RecruitPod Global LLC is seeking an Insurance Defense Paralegal for our Charleston, SC office. The role focuses on administrative and litigation support for a high-volume caseload (approximately 200–250 cases).

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of paralegal experience in insurance defense, familiarity with litigation procedures, court filings, subpoenas, and medical records management. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of paralegal experience, preferably in insurance defense litigation.
• Familiarity with litigation procedures, court filings, subpoenas, and medical records management.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities to handle 200–250-case caseload.

Responsibilities

• Case Administration: Maintain and organize litigation files with deadlines and important dates for 200–250 cases.
• Prepare legal correspondence, case-related reports, and administrative documentation.
• Schedule and calendar management for depositions, hearings, and litigation activities.
• Manage medical records: collect, organize, and maintain related documentation.
• Prepare subpoenas and related documentation; file documents with state and federal courts (e-filing).
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys to ensure smooth office operations.
• Coordinate with attorneys and staff to support case management and timely progression.

Skills

Paralegal Experience

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Written & Verbal Communication

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Client Note

Preparing correspondences and reports, scheduling, court calendar, medical records, subpoenas, e-filing, and general office duties.

About The Firm

Specializing in insurance defense since 1995, our client handles a diverse range of complex cases, including auto negligence, construction defects, premises liability, and commercial liability. With a dedicated team of more than 20 attorneys across its Greenville, Mount Pleasant, and Charleston offices, the firm is committed to providing efficient, high-quality legal services to its clients.

The firm is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Insurance Defense Paralegal to join its Charleston, SC office. This role focuses primarily on administrative and litigation support, requiring the ability to manage a high-volume caseload of approximately 200–250 cases while ensuring deadlines, documentation, and court-related activities are handled efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Administration: Maintain and organize litigation files while tracking case progress, deadlines, and important dates across a caseload of approximately 200–250 cases.
• Correspondence and Reporting: Prepare legal correspondence, case-related reports, and other administrative documentation.
• Scheduling and Calendar Management: Coordinate appointments, depositions, hearings, and other litigation-related activities while maintaining court calendars and monitoring deadlines.
• Medical Records Management: Request, collect, organize, and maintain medical records and related documentation.
• Subpoenas: Prepare and coordinate subpoenas and related documentation as needed.
• E-Filing: Electronically file legal documents with state and federal courts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with filing requirements.
• General Office Support: Perform day-to-day administrative duties and provide support to attorneys to ensure smooth office operations.
• Attorney Coordination: Work closely with attorneys and legal staff to support case management, maintain accurate records, and facilitate timely case progression.
• Ability to work full-time on-site at the Charleston, SC office.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of paralegal experience, preferably in insurance defense litigation.

Familiarity with litigation procedures, court filings, subpoenas, and medical records management.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage a high-volume caseload.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.

Benefits

• 401(k) and employer matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off