Litigation Paralegal/Legal Assistant - Todd & Mitchell PC

Job Summary

Litigation Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Location: Columbia, South Carolina

Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Our established two-attorney law firm is seeking a highly organized and dependable Litigation Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our team. This position primarily supports our homeowners' association and debt collection practice, managing files from pre-suit demand through litigation and, when necessary, judicial foreclosure sales.

We are looking for someone who can work independently, manage a high-volume caseload, communicate professionally with clients and opposing parties, and maintain exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Manage case files from initial demand through final resolution

Calendar deadlines, hearings, and other critical dates

Draft legal documents, including summonses, complaints, affidavits, motions, and other pleadings

Coordinate service of process

Prepare and organize court filings

Maintain electronic and physical client files

Scan, save, and organize incoming documents

Communicate regularly with clients regarding case status

Communicate professionally with debtors, attorneys, courts, and process servers

Establish and monitor payment plans

Prepare files for hearings and, when applicable, foreclosure sales before the Master-in-Equity

Monitor deadlines to ensure timely prosecution of cases

Assist attorneys with other litigation and probate matters as needed

Perform other administrative and legal support duties as assigned

Qualifications

Previous law firm experience required

Prior litigation or collections experience strongly preferred

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Ability to prioritize and manage a high-volume caseload

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Professional demeanor and excellent client service skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Word required

Experience with Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and electronic court filing systems is a plus

Benefits

Monday–Friday schedule: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Two weeks of paid time off

Paid firm holidays

Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Opportunity to work closely with two experienced attorneys in a well-established practice

Potential opportunity for health insurance benefits

Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience.

Qualified applicants should submit a résumé. At least one attorney reference is preferred but is not necessary. A cover letter is not necessary.