Legal Assistant

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a busy litigation practice in Georgia. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and can manage documentation, filings, and case coordination with precision. The role offers an onsite start to build strong working relationships, with potential flexibility for a dependable hybrid arrangement over time.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain organized case files and oversee day-to-day matter tracking using legal case management systems such as Clio.
• Prepare, format, and revise legal documents in Microsoft Word for attorney review, including pleadings, discovery materials, and supporting correspondence.
• Handle electronic filing of court documents and ensure submissions are completed accurately and within required deadlines.
• Support litigation workflows by assembling evidence files, coordinating document production, and assisting with discovery-related tasks.
• Provide calendar and administrative support by monitoring important dates, scheduling case-related deadlines, and helping keep matters on track.
• Assist with attorney time entry and billing-related activities to help maintain accurate client records and invoicing support.
• Contribute to file organization and records maintenance as the practice continues focusing primarily on commercial and construction litigation matters. Requirements
• Prior experience working as a Legal Assistant in a civil litigation environment.
• Hands-on knowledge of e-filing procedures and court filing requirements.
• Strong case management and file organization skills, with the ability to keep multiple matters moving efficiently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word for drafting, formatting, and revising legal documents.
• Familiarity with litigation support tasks such as discovery preparation, evidence organization, and pleading assembly.
• Effective calendar management skills with close attention to deadlines and scheduling accuracy.
• Excellent written communication, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in an onsite legal office setting.

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