Paralegal Manager

Wiggam Law

Paralegal Manager

Atlanta, GA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you a proven leader with a passion for operational excellence? We are seeking a Paralegal Manager who excels at building high-performing teams and streamlining legal workflows. While your legal background is foundational, your primary focus will be the growth, productivity, and professional development of our support staff. We are looking for a strategic thinker who can manage high-volume deadlines while fostering a culture of accountability and professional pride. The Role at a Glance: As the Paralegal Manager, you will serve as the bridge between our attorneys and our legal support team. You will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, managing resource allocation, and ensuring that all work product meets our firm’s rigorous standards. This is a management-heavy role focused on mentorship, performance tracking, and the continuous improvement of our internal processes. What We Offer • Competitive salary: $95,000–$105,000 base + up to 10% annual performance incentive • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing • Paid parking or MARTA fare • Generous paid time off and ongoing leadership development opportunities Responsibilities: • Lead and mentor paralegals and legal assistants to maintain quality, accuracy, and accountability. • Oversee daily workflows, file management, and case deadlines to keep matters on track and clients informed. • Monitor and report on team KPIs, including billable hours, pipeline accuracy, and overdue tasks, and implement action plans for improvement. • Partner with attorneys and leadership to strengthen procedures, improve turnaround times, and elevate client satisfaction. • Manage time-off and work-from-home requests to ensure smooth coverage and continuous case progress. • Oversee training, onboarding, and ongoing development for paralegal and assistant staff. • Review, refine, and enforce firm procedures for documentation, billing, and case organization. • Assist attorneys as needed with client work to stay connected to case processes and client needs. Qualifications: • Associate degree required; Paralegal Certificate preferred. • 5+ years of paralegal experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role. • Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop a team in a fast-paced legal environment. • Strong organizational, decision-making, and communication skills. • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Clio (or similar case management software). • Proven record of meeting billable hour requirements and managing competing deadlines. • A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a commitment to excellence. Compensation: $95,000 - $105,000

    • Lead and mentor paralegals and legal assistants to maintain quality, accuracy, and accountability. • Oversee daily workflows, file management, and case deadlines to keep matters on track and clients informed. • Monitor and report on team KPIs, including billable hours, pipeline accuracy, and overdue tasks, and implement action plans for improvement. • Partner with attorneys and leadership to strengthen procedures, improve turnaround times, and elevate client satisfaction. • Manage time-off and work-from-home requests to ensure smooth coverage and continuous case progress. • Oversee training, onboarding, and ongoing development for paralegal and assistant staff. • Review, refine, and enforce firm procedures for documentation, billing, and case organization. • Assist attorneys as needed with client work to stay connected to case processes and client needs.

  • Compensation
    $95,000-$105,000 per year