Litigation Support Assistant

Join MGC's Litigation Team in Columbia, SC!

At MGC, we redefine the law firm experience. As a highly respected, technology-driven law firm celebrating 30 years of excellence in 2025 spanning 23 offices across 12 states, we're not your typical law firm. We offer flexible work arrangements and competitive compensation packages for motivated candidates eager to succeed.

We are currently seeking a full-time Litigation Support Assistant to join our team in our Columbia office. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of related work experience. Prior law firm experience is preferred. Candidates should be professional, motivated, organized and possess exceptional oral and written communication skills. Computer literacy required. Responsibilities include: new file preparation, e-filing, processing incoming mail, outgoing mail and reproduction preparation including copying, scanning and preparing certified mail, UPS, FedEx, etc., complete periodic courier trips as needed, and other duties as assigned. 

The purpose of this position is to support the Litigation team by completing non-billable tasks within a manner consistent with MGC policies, procedures, quality, standards, client needs and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: 

• Handle incoming mail to include opening, scanning and emailing to litigation team members
• Preparation of new file to include:  new file sheet, coordinating conflict checks, set up of physical file, and entering case information into ProLaw
• Convert discovery received from opposing parties into Word document for response by attorney/paralegal
• Download documents from CD’s, email links, Dropbox, etc. to our case management software as requested
• Prepare reimbursement requests for attorneys as needed
• Prepare outgoing materials for litigation team to include: copying, scanning prepare Certified Mail, UPS, FedEx, etc. as requested
• Process and review incoming invoices and forward to Accounting for payment
• Cooperates with co-workers
• Responds politely to internal staff, clients, vendors, etc.
• Works as a member of a team 
• Accepts change in a productive manner
• Performs other duties as necessary or assigned

Special skills, knowledge, abilities:

• Ability to type 50+ wpm.
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate by e-mail and telephone with a diverse group of clients, attorneys and staff and to provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact
• Possess excellent organizational skills and pay close attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ability to gain competence in database management systems
• Must possess ability to take initiative and handle various tasks simultaneously while working efficiently, effectively and independently under minimal supervision
• Must have ability to work in a high-pressure environment

Additional Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement/401(k) programs
• Casual dress code
• Mental health support & employee resource groups

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a firm that values innovation and a supportive workplace culture, we encourage you to apply to McAngus Goudelock & Courie!