Strategic Litigation Paralegal — Trial Prep & E-Discovery

CAROLINA LEGAL ASSOCIATES; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

CAROLINA LEGAL ASSOCIATES is seeking a career-focused Litigation Paralegal in Charleston to support high-stakes civil litigation from inception through trial. You will partner with attorneys, manage complex cases, and coordinate e-discovery efforts to ensure efficient, accurate outcomes.

Key responsibilities include drafting discovery documents, leading document reviews, prepping for trials, and handling all state and federal e-filing.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in litigation, preferably civil, business, or insurance cases.
• Mastery of e-filing procedures and advanced proficiency in legal research and case management platforms.
• Ability to spot inconsistencies in discovery and anticipate the next phase of the litigation lifecycle.
• Exceptional written and verbal skills suited for high-level professional interactions.

Responsibilities

• Draft and finalize discovery requests, responses, subpoenas, and preliminary motions.
• Lead document reviews, tag evidence, and synthesize complex data.
• Drive trials preparation by organizing exhibits and witness materials.
• Manage all State and Federal e-filing and court communications.

Skills

Litigation support

E-filing

Case management

Legal research

Tools

e-discovery software

Job description

CAROLINA LEGAL ASSOCIATES is seeking a career-focused Litigation Paralegal in Charleston to support high-stakes civil litigation from inception through trial. You will partner with attorneys, manage complex cases, and coordinate e-discovery efforts to ensure efficient, accurate outcomes.

Key responsibilities include drafting discovery documents, leading document reviews, prepping for trials, and handling all state and federal e-filing.