Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Job Description

At George Sink Injury Lawyers, we are seeking reliable pre-litigation legal assistant/paralegals to join our high-volume, fast-paced plaintiff law firm located in the Charleston, SC area.

As a legal assistant/paralegal, you will be the primary point of contact for the client, helping guide them through the case process. The position is fast-paced and collaborative, working alongside attorneys, legal assistants, and other legal support staff.

Responsibilities Include:

Manage attorney calendar, client meetings, assist clients with needed appointments, and taking client calls

Responsible for documenting all actions and communication in the client's case file.

Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation.

Draft pre-litigation legal documents and correspondence.

Coordinate with other legal support staff to ensure client requests are handled appropriately and in a timely fashion.

Performs other job duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum of 1 year experience in a legal setting. Personal Injury and/or Worker's Comp preferred.

Minimum High School Diploma or GED required, bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal certificate is a plus.

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and feel comfortable with technology.

Case Management software experience is strongly preferred, but not required.

Have the ability to multi-task, and work both within a team and independently.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and writing skills.

Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with a one-hour lunch. Monday - Friday

Benefits:

Compensation: Starting at $18+ per hour, pay is based on experience.

Work-Life Balance: We recognize the importance of downtime and needing to recharge with our generous 48 - 136 + hours of Paid Time Off, plus 10 paid holidays.

Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy our comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, short & long term disability, life insurance, and identity protection. Take advantage of contributing to a 401k plan with an employer contribution!

Career Growth: We provide supportive leadership, on the job paid training, expect accountability and transparency, and focus on supporting our community.

We are proud to be a Drug-Free Workforce and an Equal Opportunity Employer!

Company Description

George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers fights for the injured and disabled every day. In a car accident? Motorcycle wreck? We can help. Are you disabled and can't work? We can help. Are you a veteran who isn't 100% disability rating? We can help.

The attorneys at our firm offer fast and reliable legal counsel for all types of vehicle accidents, including distracted driving accidents, motorcycle accidents, impaired driving accidents, and more. Our team is one of the largest Personal Injury law firms in the Southeast, with attorneys and staff ready to serve you in Savannah, Georgia and South Carolina. After 35 years in practice, we have the experience to help get your money faster. We will fight for your rights. We will fight for your compensation. We can help get you the money you deserve. Our goal is to get you the most money FAST!