Legal Assistant Jobs in South Carolina
Legal assistant jobs in South Carolina concentrate in corporate litigation, real estate closings, and family law practices, with demand steady across mid-size regional firms and large institutional legal departments. The busiest hiring markets are Columbia, Charleston, and Greenville, where employers such as Nelson Mullins Riley and Scarborough, Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, and BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina maintain active legal teams. Litigation support, real estate paralegal work, and corporate compliance assistance are consistently the most sought-after specialties in the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Responsibilities
This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health (OMH), G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital, 220 Faison Drive, Columbia SC 29203.
As the Legal Assistant, you will independently perform specialized administrative functions which require a thorough knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures, and the SC Code of Law regarding the mentally ill and chemically dependent. Work effectively with court officials, designated examiners and various other professionals involved with the commitment due process proceeding and court-ordered discharges at all OMH-Inpatient Services facilities.
Responsibilities for the Legal Assistant include:
- Review, prepare, and processes paperwork involving the judicial process of patients to courts and families. Process admission/discharge documents from the previous day's admission and discharges, with notification to the Probate Courts. Ensure that any discrepancies of legal compliance are documented and corrected.
- Arrange for service of legal documents (received from Probate Court) upon patients. Prepare notarized Affidavit of Service and ensure the record is appropriately documented for action taken.
- Prepare weekly schedules for hearing held at IS facilities and off site. Ensures that hearings held at the facility are coordinated and scheduled examiners can be present for hearings. If not, arrange for new examiners.
- When hearings are held in house, assures that the hearing room is a proper order before and after the hearing.
- Prepare Travel Vouchers for Probate Judges traveling to facility for hearings. Prepare monthly report for SCOMH Legal Counsel of all hearings held by one county for another county. Prepare Statistical reports generated by the Judicial Processing department.
- Input information into the Outpatient Electronic Medical Record on all new admissions, judgement and orders, hearing is held or a verbal order is given. Daily maintenance of electronic filing system of Judicial patient data.
- Serve as backup for judicial employees at any IS facility when they are on sick leave or vacation.
- Take recommendations to supervisor concerning procedural improvements to office operations; perform other duties as requested.
- Maintain compliance as appropriate with policies covering: Cultural and Populations Specific Compliance Corporate andHIPAA policies, Harassment free Workplace policies, and training.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
- A high school diploma and work experience that is related to the area of employment
- Commissioned and appointed as a Notary for the State of SC
- Use acquired skills and good judgement
- Must be able to work with young to geriatric population
Preferred Qualifications
- A high school diploma and two (2) years of clerical experience; or an associate degree in secretarial science or other related field; or (3) three years clerical experience.
- Must be able to type at least 35 words per minute.
- Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments
Post hire, employees must:
- Have a considerable knowledge of clerical formats, language usage, telephone etiquette, spelling, and ability to perform advance clerical duties and the ability to maintain routine filing systems.
- Be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with staff and the public in disseminating and obtaining information.
- Have the computer skills necessary to manage D.E. schedules as well as correspondence.
- Be knowledgeable of law governing the mentally ill and substance abuse clients; must be knowledgeable of policies and procedures regarding ROI and confidentiality requirements.
- Be able to manage self and time efficiently.
- Be able to complete MANDT training.
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
-
Retirement benefit choices *
- State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
- State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
- Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
60007288, 60027675
Job Responsibilities
This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health (OMH), G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital, 220 Faison Drive, Columbia SC 29203.
As the Legal Assistant, you will independently perform specialized administrative functions which require a thorough knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures, and the SC Code of Law regarding the mentally ill and chemically dependent. Work effectively with court officials, designated examiners and various other professionals involved with the commitment due process proceeding and court-ordered discharges at all OMH-Inpatient Services facilities.
Responsibilities for the Legal Assistant include:
- Review, prepare, and processes paperwork involving the judicial process of patients to courts and families. Process admission/discharge documents from the previous day's admission and discharges, with notification to the Probate Courts. Ensure that any discrepancies of legal compliance are documented and corrected.
- Arrange for service of legal documents (received from Probate Court) upon patients. Prepare notarized Affidavit of Service and ensure the record is appropriately documented for action taken.
- Prepare weekly schedules for hearing held at IS facilities and off site. Ensures that hearings held at the facility are coordinated and scheduled examiners can be present for hearings. If not, arrange for new examiners.
- When hearings are held in house, assures that the hearing room is a proper order before and after the hearing.
- Prepare Travel Vouchers for Probate Judges traveling to facility for hearings. Prepare monthly report for SCOMH Legal Counsel of all hearings held by one county for another county. Prepare Statistical reports generated by the Judicial Processing department.
- Input information into the Outpatient Electronic Medical Record on all new admissions, judgement and orders, hearing is held or a verbal order is given. Daily maintenance of electronic filing system of Judicial patient data.
- Serve as backup for judicial employees at any IS facility when they are on sick leave or vacation.
- Take recommendations to supervisor concerning procedural improvements to office operations; perform other duties as requested.
- Maintain compliance as appropriate with policies covering: Cultural and Populations Specific Compliance Corporate andHIPAA policies, Harassment free Workplace policies, and training.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
- A high school diploma and work experience that is related to the area of employment
- Commissioned and appointed as a Notary for the State of SC
- Use acquired skills and good judgement
- Must be able to work with young to geriatric population
Preferred Qualifications
- A high school diploma and two (2) years of clerical experience; or an associate degree in secretarial science or other related field; or (3) three years clerical experience.
- Must be able to type at least 35 words per minute.
- Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments
Post hire, employees must:
- Have a considerable knowledge of clerical formats, language usage, telephone etiquette, spelling, and ability to perform advance clerical duties and the ability to maintain routine filing systems.
- Be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with staff and the public in disseminating and obtaining information.
- Have the computer skills necessary to manage D.E. schedules as well as correspondence.
- Be knowledgeable of law governing the mentally ill and substance abuse clients; must be knowledgeable of policies and procedures regarding ROI and confidentiality requirements.
- Be able to manage self and time efficiently.
- Be able to complete MANDT training.
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
-
Retirement benefit choices *
- State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
- State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
- Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
60007288, 60027675
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The qualifications that appear most often in legal assistant jobs across South Carolina.
- Associate degree or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or a related field
- One to three years of legal administrative experience in a law firm or corporate setting
- Proficiency with legal document management software and case management systems
- Strong knowledge of South Carolina court filing procedures and local court rules
- Experience drafting correspondence, pleadings, and contracts under attorney supervision
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple case deadlines simultaneously
Legal Assistant Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a legal assistant in South Carolina?
South Carolina does not require a state-issued license to work as a legal assistant, so the path begins with education. Most employers prefer candidates who hold an associate or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies from an accredited program, such as those offered at Midlands Technical College or the University of South Carolina. Earning a voluntary certification from the National Association of Legal Professionals or a comparable body strengthens a candidacy considerably with South Carolina firms.
Which companies hire legal assistants in South Carolina?
Employers hiring legal assistants in South Carolina right now include Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A., Capstone Search Partners, and Murphy & Grantland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. South Carolina's large regional law firms, hospital legal departments, and insurance carriers such as BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina are among the most consistent sources of legal assistant openings in the state.
Which South Carolina cities have the most legal assistant jobs?
The South Carolina cities with the most legal assistant openings are Columbia, Charleston, and Richland County. Columbia leads because it is the state capital and home to the South Carolina Supreme Court and General Assembly, which generate high demand for litigation and regulatory work, while Charleston's real estate and business growth sustains a large volume of transactional and corporate legal roles, and Greenville's expanding corporate corridor anchors demand in the Upstate.
Are there remote legal assistant jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since legal assistants regularly handle physical court filings, in-person client intake, and on-site document review. About 15% of legal assistant openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting limited but real flexibility. The tasks most likely to go remote are legal drafting, document review, and administrative coordination for firms that have invested in cloud-based case management systems.
How can I get hired as a legal assistant in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a paralegal studies program at a South Carolina community college, such as Trident Technical College or Piedmont Technical College, and applying directly to smaller regional firms or legal aid organizations like South Carolina Legal Services that regularly take on entry-level assistants. A lateral move from a legal receptionist or court clerk position is another common door, and earning a paralegal certificate before applying gives candidates a measurable edge over those with general administrative backgrounds only.
Where can I find and apply to legal assistant jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to legal assistant jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly through each listing.
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