Paralegal

3i People; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

3i People, an AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in handling complex commercial and business litigation in State and Federal courts in Charleston, SC.

The role emphasizes drafting pleadings, coordinating discovery, preparing deposition notices and materials, managing case files for experts and corporate witnesses, and contributing to litigation strategy discussions.

Qualifications

• Five+ years experience as a litigation paralegal is required.
• Appellate experience is preferred.
• Strong critical thinking and ability to handle complex legal matters are essential.
• Proactive issue-resolution and teamwork are valued, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, notices, and motions under attorney guidance.
• Coordinate discovery and manage document productions.
• Prepare deposition notices and organize deposition materials and summaries.
• Manage case files for experts and corporate witnesses; support litigation strategy meetings.

Skills

Critical thinking

Team player

Detail oriented

Proactive approach

Willingness to learn

Job description

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Title: Litigation Paralegal

Location: Charleston, SC

JOB DESCRIPTION

An AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a Litigation Paralegal with our firm to support our attorneys in handling complex commercial litigation and business litigation matters in both State and Federal courts.

Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in assisting attorneys with a diverse range of tasks, from drafting pleadings to coordinating discovery efforts. Responsibilities include preparing drafts of pleadings, notices, and motions under the guidance of attorneys. Additionally, you will assist in preparing deposition notices, organize deposition materials, exhibits, and summaries, as well as manage case files for experts and corporate witness deposition preparation. You will also be responsible for tracking and managing discovery, including the preparation and service of document productions, and participating in litigation strategy meetings to contribute insights as needed.

Qualifications:

To excel in this role, you must have at least five years of experience as a litigation paralegal; appellate experience is preferred. Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to handle complex legal matters are essential. We are looking for someone with a proactive approach to issue resolution and a true team player mentality. Proficiency in utilizing technology and a willingness to learn new software are important, along with a keen attention to detail and a commitment to enhancing teamwork, client services, and efficiency.