Legal Assistant

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Legal Assistant at Law Firm in Atlanta, Georgia

Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in the lives of millions of Americans? Look no further than Morgan & Morgan. Our firm is dedicated to fighting for consumer rights and we are seeking a highly organized and experienced Legal Assistant to join our team in Atlanta, Georgia.

Join our team and be a part of the winning fight for the people!

Responsibilities:

- Work closely with a lead attorney and litigation paralegal
- Perform administrative duties, such as scheduling hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics
- Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
- Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
- Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow
- Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
- Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts
- Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice
- Manage client billing and resolve billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney
- Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions
- Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems
- Provide general administrative assistance, such as maintaining the attorney’s calendar and making travel arrangements

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or GED
- Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Bachelor’s Degree, or a Paralegal Certificate (preferred)
- Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party or other injury related practice areas (preferred)
- At least 2 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant preferably in a law firm setting or in a corporate legal department.
- Highly organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and handle a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good presentation skills

Salary Information:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Benefits:
- Medical and dental insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off and paid holidays

Equal Opportunity Statement:
At Morgan & Morgan, we value diversity and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

E-Verify:
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Join our team at Morgan & Morgan and be a part of the winning fight for the people. Apply now and make a difference in the lives of millions of Americans!

Medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, paid holidays.

Administrative duties, Scheduling, Case File Organization, Evidence Management, Legal Document Drafting and Proofreading, Legal Research, Billing Management, Client Communication, Filing Systems, Administrative Assistance, Multitasking, Prioritization, Communication, Presentation.

High school diploma or GED, Associate's Degree in Paralegal Studies, Bachelor's Degree, or Paralegal Certificate (preferred).

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to the contact person listed below.

Qualification and Experience High school diploma or GED, Associate's Degree in Paralegal Studies, Bachelor's Degree, or Paralegal Certificate (preferred), Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party or other injury related practice areas (preferred), 2+ years of experience as an Administrative Assistant in a law firm or corporate legal department, Highly organized, Ability to multitask and prioritize, Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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