Paralegal Supervisor

Location Requirement: Applicants must reside in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky, or Virginia. 

The Jeffcoat Firm is committed to helping people in crisis every day, and CEO Michael Jeffcoat’s mission is to provide unmatched legal services to people in South Carolina. The employees of The Jeffcoat Firm are ambitious, resilient, self-starters with a passion for taking excellent care of clients and each other.  

The Paralegal Supervisor plays a critical role in supervising the administrative responsibilities of the Civil Case Manager team.  This role requires strong leadership, a deep understanding of personal injury law, and the ability to optimize workflows, ensure compliance, and support team development. In addition to overseeing the team, the Paralegal Supervisor will also manage a small caseload. 

 What you'll be doing:  

• Supervise and mentor a team of 10 paralegals and case managers, providing guidance on case management and legal procedures. 
• Conduct performance reviews and implement strategies for professional growth and team efficiency. 
• Provide constructive feedback and recommendations to management regarding team performance. 
• Audit and approve team members' timecards for accuracy and compliance with company policies. 
• Approve and manage time-off requests to ensure adequate team coverage. 
• Ensure the team is in compliance with firm policies, procedures, and case deadlines. 
• Act as a liaison between the Litigation Paralegal team and management, communicating updates and addressing concerns. 
• Support team members in managing complex or high-priority cases. 
• Oversee both pre-litigation and litigation processes, ensuring timely and accurate case progression. 
• Ensure compliance with South Carolina personal injury laws, firm policies, and ethical standards. 
• Attend required morning and monthly meetings. 
• Performs other job duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

 Who you are:  

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certification (preferred). 
• 3+ years of proven experience as a Case Manager or Paralegal.
• 1+ years in a leadership or management role. 
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient in case management software (e.g., Litify) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Capable of balancing individual caseload responsibilities with supervisory duties.

Why you’ll love it here: 

• Competitive annual salary.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Take advantage of parental leave & a 401k plan with an employer contribution.  
• Recharge with our generous vacation policy, including 12 paid holidays. 
• Our Firm believes in making our community a better place and paying all successes forward. We offer 8 hours of volunteer time off per quarter. 
• We provide supportive leadership, expect accountability and transparency, and focus on outreach.  

 The Jeffcoat Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Talent Acquisitions at hiring@thejeffcoatfirm.com.