Paralegal-Health Care

Charleston, SC

Summary

A leading law firm’s Charleston office is looking for a Paralegal to assist its Health Care Litigation and Disputes Practice Group in all aspects of the practice. This is a good position for an entry-level paralegal. Some experience in litigation is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Organize, maintain, and track documents for case files.
• Prepare and maintain pleading and discovery notebooks.
• Draft routine legal documents and correspondence.
• Collect documents from various sources.
• Docket litigation deadlines.
• File legal documents with various courts.
• Collect, organize, and prepare exhibits for productions and court filings.
• Review and analyze documents.
• Communicate with clients and other counsel.
• Conduct various document searches and factual research.
• Provide support for other duties as assigned by attorneys and senior paralegal.

Requirements

• Exceptional organization and detail-orientation
• Ability to effectively set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects for several attorneys
• Ability to search database programs and assist with organizing, summarizing, and/or categorizing documents
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Adaptable to changing priorities; flexible
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to interact with all levels of firm personnel, clients, other counsel, and vendors.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and create solutions
• Proficient in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote)
• Ability to adapt to various litigation software platforms.
• Legal Education: Paralegal or Legal Studies Certificate/degree.
• Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred.
• Prior paralegal experience or law firm experience is a plus.

Compensation

• $60,000.00-$80,000.00 annually plus overtime.

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