Litigation Paralegal

Baker Ravenel & Bender; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Ravenel & Bender, a well established litigation firm in Columbia, SC, seeks a certified Litigation Paralegal to assist attorneys with depositions, witness prep, and research. The role includes preparing exhibits, trial support, and closing case documents after proceedings.

Requirements include ABA-approved paralegal certification and at least two years of litigation experience, with strong communication and organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• ABA-approved paralegal certification with a focus on litigation.
• Must have at least two years litigation experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Compile and prepare draft discovery responses.
• Coordinate requests between parties involved in litigation.
• Prepare and file court documents.
• Organize exhibits and materials for depositions.
• Maintain internal case databases and documentation.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Research and analytical

Time management

MS Office proficiency

Education

ABA-approved paralegal certification

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Baker Ravenel & Bender, a well established litigation firm for over 100 years is looking for a certified Litigation Paralegal in Columbia, SC location.

The Litigation Paralegal works very closely with attorneys, assisting in depositions, witness preparation, and research. The paralegal is typically the one who prepares and handles all exhibits. They will also act as an assistant to the attorney during the court proceedings. Once the trial is over, the Litigation Paralegal will be responsible for closing out the case documents

Education Requirements

• ABA-approved paralegal certification with a focus on litigation

Litigation Paralegal Essential Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Resourceful research and analytical skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Litigation Paralegal Roles & Responsibilities

• Compile and prepare draft discovery responses.
• Categorize and interpret data; review and analyze reports, responses and records produced by opposing counsel.
• Coordinate requests between multiple parties involved in litigation by way of consistent communication with client, claims and full partnership with attorney through end of case.

Day-to-Day Duties

• Prepare, organize, and file documents and correspondence.
• Update and maintain internal databases.
• Prepare materials for case preparation.
• Organize relevant documents for attorney review and case preparation.
• Prepare for depositions.
• Prepare and organize exhibits for depositions.
• Prepare and file all court documents.
• Must have at least two years litigation experience and strong communication and organizational skills.
• Duties include drafting correspondence and pleadings; organizing and maintaining client files including electronic files; subpoenaing medical records and preparing medical chronologies; coordinating attorneys’ appointments, hearings, depositions, and mediations; assisting attorneys with trial preparation.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Word and have Paralegal Certificate.