A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
Full-time, hourly | Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 40 paid hours per week, including paid break periods Aumiller Lomax is a specialized federal workers' compensation law firm seeking a full-time Legal Assistant to manage prospective-client intake, incoming calls, and initial case administration. This is a phone-intensive, client-facing position combined with detailed administrative work. Because the Legal Assistant is often the firm's first point of contact, the successful candidate must be warm, patient, and professional, including when callers are confused, frustrated, or anxious. The position also requires conscientiousness, strong self-organization, and dependable follow-through. After completing paid in-person training in Savannah, the employee will work remotely and must be able to organize the workday, track responsibilities, and complete assignments without constant prompting. What You Will Do Screen prospective clients using firm-established criteria and schedule qualified individuals for attorney consultations Handle frequent incoming calls, provide approved information, document messages accurately, and route matters appropriately Process incoming mail and digital documents Download and organize claim files from the U.S. Department of Labor's ECOMP system Calendar hearings, medical examinations, deadlines, and related events from official notices Maintain accurate case notes, task records, and case data Prepare routine correspondence and form notices Independently track tasks and follow-up items while managing competing priorities Communicate professionally and protect confidential client, medical, and firm information Requirements Residence in Chatham, Effingham, or Bryan County, Georgia Ability to attend mandatory paid in-person training in Savannah Availability to work the fixed Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. schedule A private, secure home office and stable high-speed internet A warm, patient, and service-oriented manner Conscientious work habits, strong attention to detail, and dependable follow-through A reliable method for tracking tasks, messages, deadlines, and follow-up items Ability to organize and prioritize work independently while recognizing when guidance is needed Clear and professional written and verbal communication High school diploma or equivalent Comfort using Windows, Microsoft 365, PDFs, email, and cloud-based systems Preferred Qualifications Experience in a law firm, medical office, insurance or claims setting, or another high-volume professional environment Experience handling frequent incoming calls Experience using case-management or document-management software Prior experience with federal workers' compensation or ECOMP is not required. The firm will provide training in its practice area, systems, and procedures. What We Offer 401(k) with employer match Dental insurance Employer-paid long-term disability insurance Paid time off and paid holidays Paid in-person training followed by remote work Firm-provided Windows laptop, monitors, headset, and other necessary equipment A stable, respectful work environment that values reliability, autonomy, and clear communication Any offer of employment will be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a job-related background check conducted in accordance with applicable law. Aumiller Lomax, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants without regard to any status protected by applicable law.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$19.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Paid time off Work from home Ability to