Legal assistant - insurance defense

Have you been looking for the next move in your Legal Assistant/Support career? If so, look no further, because its right here!

Job Title: Legal Assistant – Insurance Defense

Location: Columbia, South Carolina

Company: Esteemed South Carolina Law Firm

About the Role:

Are you an organized, detail-oriented legal professional looking to elevate your career with a progressive firm? We are partnering with an established law firm in Columbia, South Carolina, seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join their dynamic Insurance Defense practice group. In this vital role, you will work closely with attorneys and paralegals to manage high-volume case loads, track critical deadlines, and ensure seamless daily operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your precision and communication skills make a real impact, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Calendar & Docket Management: Maintain complex attorney calendars, including court dates, depositions, hearings, and client meetings with meticulous accuracy.
• Deadline Tracking: Proactively track and manage strict litigation deadlines.
• Document Preparation: Prepare, proofread, and file legal documents directly with courts and relevant agencies.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Act as a key liaison with clients, opposing counsel, expert witnesses, and court personnel to manage schedules and logistics.
• Case File Management: Oversee both physical and electronic case files, ensuring complete organization and accessibility.
• Administrative Support: Assist with billing, time entry, and general administrative duties across the practice group.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Experience: Previous experience working as a legal assistant, with a strong preference for background in insurance defense or litigation.
• Skills: Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management skills coupled with meticulous attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with legal calendaring systems, case management software, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a team-oriented, positive, and professional demeanor.
• Work Ethic: Proven ability to manage competing priorities efficiently within a high-volume practice.

Benefits & Compensation:

Competitive salary package. Comprehensive benefits. Opportunity to grow within a professional, progressive work environment.

How to Apply:

Ready to take your Paralegal career to the next level? Click "Apply Now" to submit your resume and cover letter! In the unlikely event you weren't impressed by this job posting OR, it just isn't something you are interested in, please feel free to pass my e-mail address ( mike@capstonesp.com ) to anyone in your professional or personal networks who is looking for a new opportunity and thank you in advance for doing so.