Legal Assistant

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. with more than 110 attorneys, we encompass a broad spectrum of transactional and litigation practice areas for large corporations, small businesses, and governmental entities

We currently have an opening at one of our South Carolina offices (Columbia, Greenville or Charleston) for a Legal Assistant. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package in a professional, progressive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain attorney calendars, including deadlines for filings, hearings, and client meetings.
• Assist with preparation and filing of IP-related documents (U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Copyright Office, etc.).
• Draft correspondence, maintain client contact, and track case status.
• Manage electronic and physical case files, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Conduct conflict checks and assist with new matter intake.
• Support attorneys in scheduling, docketing, and billing processes.

Qualifications

• Prior legal assistant experience, ideally within IP or litigation.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-volume practice.