Find & Apply For Paralegal / Legal Assistant Jobs in Stockbridge, Georgia

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a busy municipal legal environment. This contract position with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who combines administrative strength with legal support experience and can manage time-sensitive requests with professionalism. The role works fully onsite and offers the opportunity to contribute to public records, contract coordination, research, and meeting support in a government setting.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the collection and organization of contract documents from multiple departments to support legal review and recordkeeping.
• Prepare accurate meeting notes and formal summaries for internal discussions and official proceedings.
• Manage a high volume of open records requests each day, ensuring timely responses and proper documentation.
• Review documents for confidential content and complete redactions in accordance with applicable policies and legal standards.
• Maintain databases and filing systems to keep legal and administrative records current, searchable, and well organized.
• Draft proclamations, correspondence, and other support documents for municipal and legal operations.
• Attend council meetings twice per month and provide administrative and documentation support, including flexibility with adjusted hours on meeting days.
• Conduct research using case materials and related sources to assist with legal and policy-related questions. Requirements
• Previous experience in a legal assistant, paralegal, records, or administrative support role within a legal or government environment.
• Strong ability to prepare meeting minutes, manage contracts, and perform legal or policy research.
• Working knowledge of public records handling, document redaction, and organized records management practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and comfort learning or using AI-assisted productivity tools such as Copilot.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce clear, accurate, and detail-oriented documentation.
• Highly self-directed and proactive, with the ability to manage competing priorities in an onsite setting.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information.

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