Litigation Paralegal in COLUMBIA, South Carolina at Cosmich Simmons & Brown PLLC

Cosmich is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Litigation Paralegal to join our well-established law firm with nine offices nationwide. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys on complex litigation matters while collaborating with clients, claims professionals, co-counsel, and court personnel across multiple jurisdictions.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you are a self-starter with strong multitasking abilities and a passion for litigation support, we encourage you to apply.

Position Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare, format, proofread, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Draft and compile discovery requests and responses.
• Manage litigation matters and motion practice across multiple jurisdictions.
• Coordinate the service and filing of legal documents with courts and opposing counsel.
• Maintain and organize electronic document management systems.
• Schedule and coordinate court appearances, depositions, mediations, appointments, and client meetings.
• Manage and maintain case calendars, including court-ordered deadlines and case management orders.
• Coordinate with co-counsel throughout the United States on jurisdiction-specific litigation matters.
• Serve as a liaison between attorneys, clients, claims representatives, experts, and other parties involved in litigation.
• Monitor case progress and assist attorneys throughout the life cycle of each case.
• Support attorneys with trial preparation and case management activities.
• Ensure consistent and professional communication among all parties involved in litigation matters.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience in a litigation practice.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, document management, and multitasking abilities.
• Exceptional time management skills with the ability to meet multiple deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize workload and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience with Teams, Zoom or other virtual meeting platforms.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Willingness to thrive in a fast-paced, continuous-learning environment.