The ideal candidate will bring a strong litigation background in employment law, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while providing high-level support on complex federal and state employment matters. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven legal professional to work alongside accomplished attorneys handling sophisticated employment law matters in a fast-paced, collaborative, and high-performing environment.
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Location
Lexington, South Carolina
Description
The Opportunity: Employment Paralegal
Join a Prestigious and Highly-Awarded Law Firm | Sophisticated Labor & Employment Practice
Send resumes to: Hayley.christina@capstonesp.com
Position Overview
Our prestigious and nationally-recognized law firm client is seeking an experienced Employment Paralegal to join its highly respected Labor & Employment Practice Group. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven legal professional to work alongside accomplished attorneys handling sophisticated employment law matters in a fast-paced, collaborative, and high-performing environment.
Work alongside respected attorneys on high-impact employment law matters.
Become part of a collaborative, sophisticated, and supportive legal team.
Enjoy the opportunity to contribute meaningfully in a fast-paced, intellectually engaging practice.
Build your career with a firm known for professional development, stability, and long-term success.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong litigation background in employment law, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while providing high-level support on complex federal and state employment matters. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, motivated professional who thrives in a deadline-driven legal setting and enjoys being an integral part of a dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities
Support attorneys in all phases of federal and state employment litigation, from case inception through resolution and trial preparation.
Conduct legal research involving federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and case precedent.
Draft, prepare, and review legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, subpoenas, and correspondence.
Manage litigation case files, maintain deadlines, organize discovery materials, and monitor case progression to ensure compliance with court and procedural deadlines.
Navigate and conduct case research using PACER and other legal research platforms.
Assist with matters involving EEOC, South Carolina Human Affairs Commission, and other employment-related administrative proceedings, including monitoring filing deadlines and procedural requirements.
Perform factual investigations by gathering, reviewing, and analyzing records, documents, and evidence related to employment claims.
Coordinate and manage client communications, including scheduling meetings, interviews, and attorney-client conferences.
Prepare trial binders, deposition binders, exhibits, witness files, and other trial preparation materials.
Summarize deposition transcripts, medical records, personnel records, and other case-related documents for attorney review.
File pleadings and legal documents electronically with courts and administrative agencies.
Assist with discovery management, document production, and organization of evidentiary materials.
Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive employment-related legal matters.
Required Qualifications
Prior experience working as a Paralegal in an employment law environment is required.
3–5 years of Employment Paralegal experience preferred.
Demonstrated experience handling federal and state employment litigation matters.
Strong familiarity with administrative proceedings involving the EEOC, South Carolina Human Affairs Commission, and agencies.
Proficiency in PACER and legal research tools.
Excellent drafting skills with experience preparing litigation-related legal documents.
Strong understanding of litigation procedures, discovery processes, and court filing requirements.
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage a high-volume workload and competing deadlines.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Advanced computer proficiency, including MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to work effectively with multiple attorneys in a fast-paced, team-oriented, on-site legal environment.
Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and proactive with a commitment to producing high-quality work.