Job Description
Ascendo Resources is working with a well-established, full-service law firm client that is seeking an experienced Legal Practice Assistant to support attorneys within its Commercial Real Estate practice in Charleston, SC.
This full-time role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative legal environment while providing essential administrative and practice support to a dynamic legal team.
Responsibilities
- Enter and manage attorney time and assist with billing processes
- Prepare, proofread, and format correspondence and legal documents for clients, courts, and outside counsel
- Handle multi-state and federal filings, including electronic filing
- Maintain docketing systems and monitor deadlines
- Assist with scheduling, calendar management, and travel arrangements
- Support discovery efforts, including document production
- Provide administrative assistance to the Trusts & Estates team, including preparing powers of attorney, deeds, probate filings, and related documents
- Perform additional practice support tasks as needed
Qualifications
- 1–2+ years of experience in a legal administrative or practice assistant role
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong typing and proofreading skills
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion at all times
- Comfortable working under pressure and adapting to changing priorities
- High school diploma or equivalent required; four-year degree preferred
- Prior experience in Commercial Real Estate and/or Trusts & Estates is a plus
This position is ideal for a proactive legal administrative professional looking to grow within a sophisticated legal practice.
Competitive pay and excellent benefits offered.
To learn more, apply today!
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office,