On‑Site Litigation Support Assistant

Morgan & Morgan; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan seeks an Administrative Assistant to work closely with a lead attorney and litigation paralegal in a busy law firm environment. You will handle scheduling, calendar management, file organization, and billing coordination, supporting case preparation and client communications.

The role emphasizes meticulous organization, clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Bachelor’s Degree, or a Paralegal Certificate (preferred).
• Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party or other injury related practice areas (preferred).
• At least 2 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant preferably in a law firm setting or in a corporate legal department.
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including good presentation skills.
• This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties, such as scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
• Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow
• Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems
• Provide general administrative assistance, such as maintaining the attorney’s calendar and making travel arrangements
• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Written communication

Education

Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies or Paralegal Certificate

Job description

Morgan & Morgan seeks an Administrative Assistant to work closely with a lead attorney and litigation paralegal in a busy law firm environment. You will handle scheduling, calendar management, file organization, and billing coordination, supporting case preparation and client communications.

The role emphasizes meticulous organization, clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.