Administrative Skills, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Follow Through, Insurance, Leadership, Legal, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Logistics, Mail Services, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, Team Player, Time Management
A well-established boutique litigation law firm in Buckhead with expertise in insurance defense and transportation is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join its growing Atlanta office. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside an experienced team in a collaborative, fast-paced environment while receiving hands-on training from a senior legal assistant transitioning into an operations leadership role. This position primarily supports 2-3 litigation paralegals and plays an important role in keeping complex litigation matters organized and moving efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and litigation support to multiple paralegals
- Prepare, organize, and maintain electronic and paper case files
- Draft, revise, and format legal correspondence and pleadings
- Coordinate document production, filings, and case materials
- Track, code, and route litigation expenses associated with cases
- Manage calendars, deadlines, and scheduling
- Coordinate mail, service, and other case-related logistics
- Assist with discovery and trial preparation
- Prioritize multiple assignments while meeting deadlines
Qualifications
- Prior experience as a legal assistant or litigation legal secretary preferred
- Insurance defense litigation experience is a plus but not required
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a busy litigation practice
- Detail-oriented with excellent follow-through
- Professional, dependable, and team-oriented
- Strong communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
Why You'll Want to Work Here
This is a busy practice with high expectations, but the culture is genuinely supportive. The team enjoys working together, everyone pitches in, and you'll receive mentorship from an experienced legal professional.