LITIGATION LEGAL ASSISTANT
Atlanta, GA | Full-time | Hybrid (4 days in-office / 1 day WFH)
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COMPENSATION
Base: $50K--$60K
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WHY THIS ROLE
A rare chance to join a nationally recognized boutique litigation firm in Atlanta that actually invests in its support staff: 20 days PTO from day one, free lunch twice a week, and partners described as genuinely empathetic and collaborative. The firm is willing to train the right candidate — strong administrative experience matters more than a law firm background. If you're organized, reliable, and want to build a career in legal support without the pressure of a large firm, this environment is worth a serious look. The firm's litigation practice is ranked by Super Lawyers, Chambers USA, Best Lawyers, and Georgia Trend's Legal Elite.
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ABOUT THE ROLE
You'll provide comprehensive administrative support to two litigation partners and a broader litigation team at a boutique Atlanta law firm. The dominant task is assembling and maintaining litigation notebooks — digital and paper — for hearings and trial prep. You'll work closely with a senior litigation paralegal (20 years of experience) and serve as a professional client-facing point of contact by phone.
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REQUIREMENTS
Experience: 2–5 years of administrative experience (law firm preferred; strong corporate admin equally welcome)
- Assemble and maintain detailed litigation notebooks (digital and paper) for hearings and trial prep
- Calendar management, hearing logistics coordination, and scheduling with precision and follow-through
- Document filing, client correspondence support, and general litigation department administration
- Comfortable working closely with attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Professional client communication by phone, maintaining firm's high service standards
Preferred:
- Prior law firm experience
- Familiarity with legal filing systems or document management platforms
Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, Document Management Systems, Calendar/Scheduling Software, Legal Filing Systems
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
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LOGISTICS
Location: Atlanta, GA
Work Policy: Hybrid — 4 days in-office / 1 day WFH
Note: The firm is actively exploring expanding WFH to 2 days; top candidates may have room to negotiate.
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