Litigation Support Coordinator

South Carolina Department of Corrections; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Corrections is seeking an administrative support professional to assist attorneys and law enforcement. The role involves calendar management, court scheduling, document analysis, and evidence handling to support investigations and prosecutions with an SCDC nexus.

The position requires a high school diploma with relevant experience; associate degree is a plus. Some travel within the state may be necessary. Resume is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent; relevant administrative experience preferred.
• Experience with legal or government procedures is a plus.
• Knowledge of SCDC policies and operation is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support by answering phones, managing attorney calendars, scheduling meetings and court appearances, taking meeting notes, researching legal issues and policies, and assisting with caseload organization.
• Supports attorneys and law enforcement by analyzing documents and evidence and assisting in the investigation and prosecution of SCDC and state grand jury cases.
• Maintains and organizes investigative and legal records by scanning, saving, filing, categorizing, and managing case-related documents.
• Assists with court and state grand jury proceedings by preparing prosecutors, attending proceedings, preparing witnesses, managing document production, organizing and handling evidence, and managing subpoenas.
• Coordinates investigations and witness activities by assisting with witness interviews and preparation, coordinating witness attendance, gathering evidence, and preparing memoranda.
• Manages discovery and case files by maintaining control of investigative files and evidence, organizing case materials for trial, plea, state grand jury, and discovery purposes, and ensuring complete discovery is gathered and documented.
• Travels throughout the state to conduct or coordinate discovery, assist with investigations, trials, and other court proceedings, and provide litigation support.
• Resume preferred but not required.

Skills

Administrative support

Legal document analysis

Evidence handling

Court coordination

Research skills

Scheduling

Witness coordination

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Job description

South Carolina Department of Corrections is seeking an administrative support professional to assist attorneys and law enforcement. The role involves calendar management, court scheduling, document analysis, and evidence handling to support investigations and prosecutions with an SCDC nexus.

The position requires a high school diploma with relevant experience; associate degree is a plus. Some travel within the state may be necessary. Resume is preferred but not required.