Paralegal Jobs 2026 (Now Hiring) – Smart Auto Apply

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

Our Columbia, South Carolina location is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our Employment Law team. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package in a professional, progressive work environment.

Education and Experience:

• A qualified applicant must have experience working as a Paralegal in an employment law environment.
• Four-year degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred.
• The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, and be highly organized and motivated.
• Excellent computer skills required, including MS Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Must be able to work with multiple attorneys, handle a large workload and enjoy working on site in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Experience handling federal and state litigation of employment law claims.
• Knowledgeable and able to navigate and conduct research on PACER.
• Conduct legal research on federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Prepare, draft, and review legal documents including pleadings, discovery requests, responses, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Handle case management, including maintaining case files, tracking deadlines, and organizing discovery materials.
• Experienced with EEOC, S.C. Human Affairs Commission, and other employment related administrative proceedings and the deadlines associated with the same.
• Coordinate and manage client communication, including scheduling interviews and client meetings.
• Perform factual investigations by gathering and reviewing records, documents, and evidence related to employment law claims.
• Prepare trial and deposition binders, and assist in trial preparation, including exhibit organization and witness coordination.
• Summarize deposition transcripts, medical records, and other documents relevant to cases.
• File documents with the court and manage electronic filing processes.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive case information.