Administrative Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, File Maintenance, Insurance, Internet/Online Service, Legal, Legal Documents, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Multitasking, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Columbia, South Carolina
POSTED
30+ days ago
The Opportunity: Legal Administrative Assistant
Send resumes to: Hayley.christina@capstonesp.com
***Law Firm Background Required***
Firm Overview
At our firm, excellence is the standard and people are the priority. As a premier, full-service law firm with a nationally recognized Insurance Defense practice, we represent sophisticated clients in complex, high-stakes matters while fostering a workplace where talent is supported, respected, and encouraged to grow. We are seeking a Legal Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment and takes pride in producing precise, high-quality work. This is an opportunity to work alongside accomplished attorneys, gain meaningful exposure to complex litigation, and build a long-term career at a firm known for both its legal strength and its culture.
Job Summary
As a Legal Assistant in our Business Litigation/Insurance Defense practice, you will be an essential part of the litigation team. You’ll provide critical support that keeps matters moving efficiently and allows our attorneys to focus on strategy, advocacy, and client service. Your work will be varied, challenging, and impactful. No two days look the same, and your contributions will be visible and valued.
Job Responsibilities
Provide high-level legal and administrative support to attorneys and paralegals
Prepare, format, and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence
Manage court filings across state and federal jurisdictions, including e-filing and service
Maintain case files, calendars, and deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail
Coordinate schedules, depositions, hearings, and client communications
Assist attorneys with trial preparation, discovery management, and document organization
Serve as a professional point of contact for clients, courts, and opposing counsel
What We're Looking For
Law firm background required
Minimum of 2+ years' experience supporting attorneys and paralegals in a legal setting
Prior experience as a legal assistant or litigation support professional, ideally in insurance defense or civil litigation
Strong knowledge of court rules, filing procedures, and litigation workflows
Exceptional organizational skills and a sharp eye for detail
Professional judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage sensitive information
Confidence working in a deadline-driven environment with multiple priorities
A collaborative mindset and pride in being part of a high-performing team