Premier metro Atlanta law firm specializing in high-end Civil Litigation, Appeals, and Transactional law is seeking an experienced professional, personable, and highly organized Family Law Litigation Legal Assistant to join our talented team.
In this fast-paced role, you will provide direct administrative and legal support to two busy Partners handling Family Law, Estate & Trust, Fiduciary and General Civil Litigation. You will also be a vital member of the Administrative Team, ensuring smooth day-to-day processes and seamless coverage to all attorneys, as needed.
If you are a dynamic, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a professional environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional service, this is an excellent opportunity to work for a highly respected and well established firm that offers competitive compensation and full benefits.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and format legal documents including pleadings, discovery, motions, and correspondence
- File documents electronically with state and federal courts
- Maintain and organize case files and legal databases
- Manage attorney calendars, schedule depositions and mediations, and track deadlines
- Communicate with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel
- Assist with trial preparation including exhibit lists and witness coordination
- Process incoming and outgoing mail and legal notices
- Perform administrative tasks such as scanning, copying, time entry, and billing support
- Support administrative team with clerical tasks and special projects, as needed
- Help maintain order and cleanliness in shared office areas such as the copy rooms, and kitchens
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
Qualifications:
- High school diploma
- 3+ years of heavy litigation support experience - Family Law experience preferred
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and legal document management systems
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Professional appearance
- Must be able to handle highly sensitive and confidential information
- Friendly, approachable, and polite with excellent interpersonal skills
- Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented
- Ability to multitask effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Positive attitude and stellar work ethic
- Strong record of job stability
Working Environment:
We are a collaborative and dedicated team of attorneys and staff who value professionalism, camaraderie, and mutual support. We are excited to welcome a new team member to our modern office in a prestigious Class A high-rise.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In office only. This is not a remote or hybrid position.
Job Type: Full-time, 40 hours/week
Hours: M-F, 8:30a - 5:30p
Experience: Family Law Litigation: 3 years (Required)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience.
Ability to Commute: Atlanta, GA 30328 (Required)
- 3 years Family Law Litigation experience
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and legal document management systems
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Professional appearance
- Must be able to handle highly sensitive and confidential information
- Friendly, approachable, and polite with excellent interpersonal skills
- Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented
- Ability to multitask effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Positive attitude and stellar work ethic
- Strong record of job stability
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
