Legal Assistant - Litigation

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd•Greenville, SC

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. with more than 110 attorneys, we encompass a broad spectrum of transactional and litigation practice areas for large corporations, small businesses, and governmental entities. We currently have an opening in the Greenville, SC office for an onsite, fulltime Legal Assistant to join our practice.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
Previous experience as a legal assistant or in a professional services environment, ideally with a minimum two to three years’ experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Proficient in South Carolina State and Federal court e-filing systems
Understanding of South Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure and Federal Court practices
Comfortable working with legal technology tools and systems
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Nice To Haves

Experience with immigration law is a plus but not required.
Experience with DocuSign and dictation a plus.

Responsibilities

Draft, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents.
Maintain and organize case files, both electronically and physically, ensuring all filings and deadlines are met.
Assist attorneys with scheduling, court filings, trial preparation, and case coordination.
Track litigation deadlines, hearings, and court dates to ensure compliance with court rules and procedures.
Handle administrative tasks such as time entry, billing assistance, and travel arrangements as needed.
Conduct conflict checks and open new matters.
Publish legal notices.