Job Summary
A reputable law firm in Greenville, SC is seeking an experienced Paralegal for a direct hire opportunity. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional with 3 to 5 years of litigation support, legal assistant, or paralegal experience who enjoys managing case activity, preparing legal documents, coordinating deadlines, and supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation.
The Paralegal will join a professional, collaborative legal team that values accuracy, confidentiality, strong communication, and dependable case support. This is a strong long-term opportunity for someone who wants stability, career growth, and the chance to work closely with experienced attorneys in a supportive, team-oriented environment. The firm offers a positive workplace culture where initiative, organization, and high-quality work are recognized and valued.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, organize, and maintain legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, discovery materials, and case files.
- Coordinate case schedules, court filings, litigation deadlines, calendars, discovery responses, and document management.
- Conduct legal research and prepare organized summaries, case materials, and supporting documentation for attorney review.
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, vendors, attorneys, and internal team members.
- Assist attorneys with case management, litigation support, trial preparation, and ongoing legal administrative needs.
- Maintain accurate, confidential records while ensuring compliance with court procedures, firm standards, and legal requirements.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary: $55,000 to $65,000 annually.
- Employment Type: Direct Hire.
- Location: Greenville, SC.
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Required Qualifications and Skills
- Support attorneys with litigation, case management, document preparation, and client communication.
- Manage court filings, discovery, deadlines, calendars, and legal documentation.
- Conduct legal research and organize findings for attorney review.
- Assist with trial preparation and ongoing litigation support.
- 3 to 5 years of Paralegal or Legal Assistant experience.
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, litigation support, and legal document preparation.
- Experience managing multiple cases, deadlines, priorities, and confidential materials simultaneously.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills, accuracy, follow-through, and exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys, staff, clients, and outside parties.
- Professional, client-focused approach with a high level of discretion and confidentiality.
Preferred Qualifications
- Paralegal certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in insurance defense or civil litigation strongly preferred.
- Experience in other litigation practice areas is also welcome.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.