Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal teams
- Prepare, proofread, and edit legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, and briefs
- File and organize legal documents and maintain electronic and physical filing systems
- Schedule appointments, meetings, and court hearings for attorneys
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases
- Assist with the preparation of trial materials and exhibits
- Transcribe dictations and prepare accurate transcripts
- Manage calendars, deadlines, and reminders for attorneys
- Coordinate communication between clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail, emails, and phone calls
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar role
- Knowledge of legal administrative procedures and terminology
- Familiarity with litigation processes and court rules
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation
- Proficient in using document management systems (e.g., iManage)
- Ability to transcribe legal documents and correspondence accurately
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
- Knowledge of project management principles is a plus
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or qualifications associated with the job.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- e-filing, and litigation: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Columbia, SC 29201 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Columbia, SC 29201: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person