Paralegal or Legal Assistant-Litigation

One of the largest Law firms in North Georgia located in Downtown Canton currently seeking full-time litigation paralegal or legal assistant to join our firm. Experience in the legal industry is preferred.

The successful candidate must:

-Be proficient in Outlook, Word, and Excel. Knowledge of case management software is a plus, but not a requirement. -Possess excellent organizational and communication skills. Salary commensurate with experience. Some responsibilities of our paralegals include:

• Docketing and scheduling events
• Adding ticklers/reminders to attorneys' calendar and firm calendar as needed
• Screening and scheduling consultations for prospective clients
• Scheduling mediations, hearings, trials, meetings, etc. as necessary with court contacts, opposing counsels, clients, staff, and attorneys.
• Serves as witness or notary as necessary
• Managing attorneys' mail and email
• Scheduling client calls/meetings
• Client communication
• Assuring that the attorneys' calendars are accurately and meticulously maintained and organized in an efficient manner
• Interacting with court and administrative agencies re: hearings, mediations, motions, and other appearances
• Functions as the court's primary point of contact with the Firm for all administrative and scheduling issues
• Drafting, sending and/or e-filing correspondence and pleadings

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person