Senior Paralegal, Commercial Litigation

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. in Columbia, South Carolina is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our Commercial Litigation Law team.

You will assist attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and depositions, and handle drafting, filing, and serving legal documents. Responsibilities include conducting legal research, managing case files, coordinating discovery, and communicating with clients and witnesses.

Qualifications

• Requires paralegal experience in litigation and trial preparation.
• Proficient in preparing, filing, and serving legal documents.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in trial, hearing, and deposition prep by organizing case materials.
• Draft, file, and serve complaints, motions, discovery requests, and responses.
• Conduct legal research, review statutes, case law, and articles.
• Manage and maintain physical and electronic case files.
• Coordinate discovery, document production, and evidence review.
• Communicate with clients, experts, witnesses, and opposing counsel on case updates.
• Assist with trial prep, including exhibits and witness lists.
• Monitor case deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules.

Skills

Research skills

Writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal management software

Job description

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. in Columbia, South Carolina is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our Commercial Litigation Law team.

You will assist attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and depositions, and handle drafting, filing, and serving legal documents. Responsibilities include conducting legal research, managing case files, coordinating discovery, and communicating with clients and witnesses.