A regional law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to join its team in Atlanta, GA. This key support position works with four attorneys, including the Chair of the Litigation Department, and offers an excellent opportunity for a seasoned legal professional who enjoys being an integral part of a busy litigation practice.

The ideal candidate will bring strong litigation experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to confidently manage competing priorities for multiple attorneys. While candidates with at least 3–5 years of law firm experience will be considered, 5–10+ years of litigation legal secretary or legal assistant experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, proofread, and finalize legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and discovery materials

• Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements

• File and record documents with state and federal courts, including electronic filing

• Maintain complex litigation and case dockets within the firm's case management system

• Maintain organized electronic and physical client files

• Assist with discovery, including indexing, tracking, and organizing documents

• Prepare exhibits and other materials for hearings, depositions, and trial

• Coordinate client billing with the firm's business office and assist in resolving discrepancies

• Enter and maintain attorney time

• Open new clients and matters in accordance with firm procedures

• Assist attorneys with presentations, marketing materials, and other administrative needs

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to ensure attorneys and matters stay organized and on schedule

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of legal secretarial or legal assistant experience within a law firm; 5–10+ years of experience is preferred

• Strong litigation experience, including familiarity with pleadings, discovery, court filings, and litigation deadlines

• Experience supporting multiple attorneys; experience supporting partners or senior-level attorneys is a plus

• Advanced Microsoft Word skills, including document formatting and track changes

• Experience with document management systems; iManage/WorkSite experience is preferred

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills

• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced professional environment

• Professional, dependable, and comfortable communicating with clients, court personnel, attorneys, and vendors

• Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively as part of a team

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