Description In the Litigation Legal Assistant role of our firm, you are a key support role to the litigation team and critical to the flow of documents into the firm. Everything you do helps move clients' cases through the litigation process!
Desired Qualities:
- Integrity and professionalism
- Accountability
- Proactivity
- Efficiency
- Compassion
- Optimism
- Customer service orientation
- Attention to detail
Perks:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Generous paid time off benefits
Responsibilities •Prepare legal documents for court filings in state and federal courts in Georgia, ensuring they are court-ready.
•Manage multiple projects with varying deadlines efficiently within a fast-paced legal setting.
•Draft responses to discovery requests such as interrogatories, requests for production, and deposition notices.
•Organize and manage large volumes of case-related documents for easy reference.
•Assist the assigned attorney in managing schedules, deadlines, and case-related activities.
•Assist in preparing for hearings, depositions, trials, and mediations by documenting and organizing necessary materials.
•Save, file, and organize pleadings and motions on a daily basis for easy retrieval.
•Maintain and prioritize relevant deadlines on a calendar for timely action.
Qualifications •Proven experience in handling electronic filing requirements at state and federal courts in Georgia is essential.
•Must be able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team setting.
•Skill in accurately forecasting and calendaring court filings and docket deadlines is required.
•Strong ability to prioritize tasks, especially urgent ones, with meticulous attention to detail.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must.
•Self-directed and motivated, with the ability to work effectively under time constraints.
•Proficiency in MS Office tools including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat is necessary.
•Demonstrated track record of consistently producing high-quality work products.