Legal Assistant Position Available In Fulton, Georgia

Legal Assistant The Law Office of Salah Harrell Atlanta, GA 30303 We are a busy and growing law firm known for providing aggressive, strategic, and client-centered representation. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent results while maintaining a smooth and organized operation behind the scenes. We are currently seeking a highly reliable and detail-oriented legal assistant to join our team. Our office suite consists of a criminal defense law and personal injury law firm. You will be assisting both attorneys. The legal assistant role is crucial to the success of clients and the day-to-day functioning of both law firms. What success looks like in this role: Being reliable, responsible and trustworthy; Being detail-oriented and organized; Accepting and implementing corrective constructive guidance; Taking Initiative and catching potential problems early.

Pay and Benefits:

For the initial four-month probationary period, pay will be an hourly salary ranging from $18-$22/hr., based solely on an individual’s prior length of employment in a legal assistant/paralegal position and the recency of such employment. If you do not have any prior legal assistant/paralegal experience, the starting pay is $18/hr. If you have extensive and recent legal assistant/paralegal experience (more than 3+ years), the starting probationary pay is $22/hr. After the four-month probationary period, pay is increased based on performance and converted from hourly to salary and we offer health, vision, and dental insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Compensation:

$18 – $22 hourly

Responsibilities:

Calendar Management:

Accurately enter and confirm all court dates, deadlines, client meetings, and attorney obligations. No court date can be missed or improperly entered.

Case Management:

Open new files, maintain case updates in the case management system, and ensure documents are properly categorized and named.

Document Preparation:

Draft and format basic legal documents, letters, and motions. Ensure accuracy and consistency in formatting.

Court Coordination:

File documents (e-filing or in person as needed), confirm court dates with clerks, and prepare physical or digital case files for hearings.

Follow-up:

Track discovery, court orders, and compliance deadlines. Set reminders and follow through. Frequent communication with clients, court staff, and judicial personnel. Other tasks as assigned by the attorney.

Qualifications:

Must be able to type at least 50 WPM 1+ year legal assistant or paralegal experience preferred. Strong attention to detail – you double-check everything, especially pleadings, calendars, and court information. Proficient in case management software (Filevine). Interest in criminal defense and/or personal injury law preferred. Ability to manage multiple tasks under time pressure without dropping the ball. Excellent written and verbal communication. Punctuality and reliability are non-negotiable. Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities. Professionalism with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel. About Company The Law Office of Salah Harrell is a boutique personal injury law firm in Atlanta, GA, that serves clients throughout the state of Georgia. #WHLAW1 PI270172011