Legal Assistant

Staffmark is hiring a Legal Assistant on behalf of our client in Columbia, SC. This role provides essential administrative and legal support to partners and/or associates within the organization.

What you'll be doing:

• Compose professional correspondence and transcribe dictation.
• Electronically file documents at the state and federal levels.
• Manage attorney calendars and coordinate schedules for out-of-town trips and depositions.
• Prepare legal pleadings and set up new client files in ProLaw.
• Communicate with Judges, Court Officials, outside counsel, and clients.
• Open and sort mail, submit check requests, and make time entries within legal software.
• Answer phone calls for multiple attorneys and handle general office tasks as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant with administrative and legal tasks.

Skills you will need to excel in this position:

• Knowledge of current state and federal electronic filing guidelines.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Professional demeanor and a team-oriented attitude.

Preferred Skills, but not required:

• Civil litigation experience preferred.
• Proficiency with ProLaw software is highly desirable.

Benefits:

• Vision, Medical, and Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan

Click "Apply Now" to submit your application today to join a supportive and professional environment with a great opportunity to contribute to a successful legal team!

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