Paralegal Legal Assistant

Profile

We are seeking a Full Time Litigation Paralegal/Legal Assistant. Ideal candidate will provide assistance during all phases of the litigation process. The job requires high-level organization and communication skills, as well as the ability to manage calendars, time sensitive deadlines and provide attorney support for personal injury, civil and criminal cases.

Responsibilties

• Client intake calls and meetings
• Opening, managing and closing case files
• Calendaring for attorney
• Communications with clients, judges & opposing counsel
• Drafting correspondence, pleadings and discovery documents
• Time management and billing
• Ability to prioritize assignments and multi-task
• Electronic filings with State and Federal courts

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong communications skills, both oral and written
• Strong organization skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word
• Experience using case/time management software

Experience

• Experience working as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant for 1+ year.
• College or Paralegal Certificate/Diploma a plus.

Salary

• Commensurate with Experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Athens, GA 30601: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Legal: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Company info

Cook Noell Tolley & Bates LLP