Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Greenville, SC 29601Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSummary:
The candidate will be responsible for administrative case management and support of the Labor and Employment Practice Group.
Essential Job Functions:
Formatting briefs, pleadings and other legal documents
Filing legal documents (e-filling skills are preferred)
Corresponding with clients
Draft pleadings, motions and appellate documents and file them with the court
Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics etc.)
Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices
Gather relevant information from a variety of sources
Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties
Provide assistance with case settlements
Prepare exhibits to motions
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to work successfully with multiple team members, interacting with employees at all levels of the organization.
Competent to handle a variety of activities with attention to detail and quality, with the ability to follow through and follow up, and adapt to quickly meet changing deadlines and priorities.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to complete multiple tasks and a high volume of work on short deadlines and follow through on assigned tasks with limited supervision.
Retain a high level of flexibility and resourceful problem solving.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.
Educational and Experience Requirements:
High School Diploma required
Paralegal associates degree or other relevant certification preferred
Prior Paralegal experience required
Prior employment law experience preferred
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
In office position
Ability to work extended hours when necessary.
Normal office environment; no unusual physical demands.
Qualifications