Paralegal

LHH; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

LHH, partnering with a respected law firm, seeks a Litigation Paralegal for its Charleston, SC office. The role balances litigation support, client communication, and office coordination in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of maintaining case files, drafting routine pleadings, and coordinating discovery and deadlines.

Direct Hire with a compensation of $60,000-$75,000 annually and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of paralegal or legal assistant experience.
• Associate's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Experience with electronic filing systems and court procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft routine pleadings, affidavits, orders, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Proofread and review legal documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage document control and maintain case files in client systems.
• Prepare and electronically file documents in SC state and federal courts.
• Maintain litigation calendars and monitor deadlines, hearings, and filings.
• Coordinate collection and analysis of documents for discovery.

Education

Associate's degree or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview: LHH is partnering with a respected law firm to identify a Litigation Paralegal for its Charleston, SC office. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional looking to build upon their litigation experience while serving as a key member of a collaborative and growing team. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing litigation support, client communication, and office coordination responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft routine pleadings, affidavits, orders, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Proofread and review legal documents and written materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
• Manage document control processes, including tracking and maintaining case files within client systems.
• Prepare and electronically file documents in South Carolina state and federal courts.
• Maintain litigation calendars and monitor deadlines, hearings, filings, and other case milestones.
• Coordinate the collection, organization, and analysis of documents, records, and evidence in support of discovery efforts.
• Provide regular case updates to clients and supervising attorneys.
• Communicate professionally with court personnel, local counsel, opposing parties, and attorneys.
• Assist attorneys with case management by utilizing legal and technical information to support decision-making and recommendations.
• Serve as the primary on-site administrative contact for the Charleston office, coordinating office operations, vendor relationships, and administrative activities in partnership with firm leadership.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical case files and support efficient day-to-day office operations.
• Provide additional legal and administrative support as needed.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant.
• Basic understanding of litigation procedures, civil litigation workflows, or real estate mortgage matters.
• Associate's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Experience with electronic filing systems and court procedures preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated initiative, self-motivation, and strong time management skills.
• Commitment to providing high-quality client service and administrative support.

Details:

• Employment Type: Direct Hire
• Location: Charleston, SC
• Compensation: $60,000-$75,000 annually
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO