Senior Paralegal: Litigation Research & Court Support

State of South Carolina; Cayce (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) seeks a Senior Paralegal in Cayce, SC. The role supports the General Counsel with complex paralegal tasks, case assessments, document review, and legal research across agency matters.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings and motions, coordinating with Outside Counsel on discovery, and managing case files; knowledge of laws and effective communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies, and organizational functions.
• Knowledge of legal research techniques and legal database software.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized paralegal work under the General Counsel; conduct case assessments, review documents, and research legal issues.
• Coordinate with Outside Counsel; assist with discovery requests and interrogatories.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other court documents.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in paralegal studies

Paralegal certificate

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) seeks a Senior Paralegal in Cayce, SC. The role supports the General Counsel with complex paralegal tasks, case assessments, document review, and legal research across agency matters.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings and motions, coordinating with Outside Counsel on discovery, and managing case files; knowledge of laws and effective communication are essential.