Legal Staff Paralegal in Charleston, SC

Law Firm

Charleston, SC

Legal Staff Paralegal in Charleston, SC

Legal Staff

Min 3 yrs required

No

Job Title: Legal Assistant

Job Responsibilities:
- Supporting a legal team by performing administrative tasks and providing administrative assistance.
- Maintaining calendars and tracking deadlines for court dates, filing deadlines, and client meetings.
- Scheduling depositions, hearings, legal proceedings, and appointments for attorneys.
- Creating electronic files, preparing and processing correspondence, memoranda, and complex legal documents.
- Preparing documents for state and federal court filings and using e-filing systems in various state and federal courts.
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- Creating and maintaining legal files, including transcripts, and organizing documents.
- Maintaining and processing case information and managing the progression of cases to final disposition.
- Handling new client intake and file maintenance using the firm's electronic records management system.
- Coordinating scheduling of travel and managing expense reimbursement.
- Managing client expenses and invoices from third-party vendors.
- Assisting with month-end billing for the supervising attorney.
- Performing administrative duties such as copying, filing, and transcription.
- Maintaining the confidentiality of the attorney-client relationship.
- Providing back-up support for the Receptionist as needed.

Education and Experience Information:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience is required.
- Experience in personal injury and commercial litigation is preferred.
- Transcription experience is essential.
- Document management experience with legal case management software knowledge is preferred.
- Occasional time entry for the supervising attorney is required.
- Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary.
- Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software is required.

Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Salary Information:
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