Litigation Paralegal (Defense)

CAROLINA LEGAL ASSOCIATES; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Three weeks of paid vacation

Structured bonus program

Job summary

CAROLINA LEGAL ASSOCIATES in Charleston is hiring a Defense Litigation Paralegal to support its business defense practice. The role involves partnering with attorneys in high-stakes litigation, drafting requests, managing e-discovery, and preparing courtroom materials. Candidates should have a minimum of two years’ litigation experience, advanced e-filing skills, and exceptional communication abilities. The position offers competitive benefits including health insurance and vacation time.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in litigation, preferably in business or insurance defense.
• Exceptional written and verbal skills suitable for professional interactions.
• Ability to anticipate the next phase of the litigation lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Draft and finalize discovery requests, subpoenas, and motions.
• Lead the e-discovery process and manage document reviews.
• Prepare materials for depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Manage electronic filing and maintain communication with court staff.
• Track and manage billable hours effectively.

Skills

Litigation experience

E-filing mastery

Legal research proficiency

Document management

Job description

We are hiring a Defense 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!