Salary Information
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Job Title: Litigation Assistant
Experience: At least 2 years of experience in law firm or corporate legal department preferred
Department: Legal
Responsibilities:
- Perform administrative duties such as scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics
- Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
- Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
- Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow
- Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
- Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts
- Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice
- Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney
- Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions
- Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems
- Provide general administrative assistance, such as maintaining the attorney’s calendar and making travel arrangements
- Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Bachelor’s Degree, or a Paralegal Certificate (preferred)
- Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party or other injury related practice areas (preferred)
- At least 2 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant preferably in a law firm setting or in a corporate legal department
- Highly organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including good presentation skills
Salary Information:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
The Role of a Litigation Assistant at a Law Firm in Savannah, Georgia
As a Litigation Assistant at a law firm in Savannah, Georgia, you will play a crucial role in supporting attorneys and paralegals in their work on various cases. Your responsibilities will include administrative tasks, such as managing calendars and case files, as well as assisting with legal research and document preparation. This role requires a high level of organization, multitasking abilities, and strong communication skills.
Responsibilities of a Litigation Assistant
- Perform administrative duties, such as scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics
- Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
- Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
- Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow
- Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
- Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts
- Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice
- Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney
- Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions
- Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems
- Provide general administrative assistance, such as maintaining the attorney’s calendar and making travel arrangements
- Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business
Qualifications for a Litigation Assistant
To be a successful Litigation Assistant, you should have a high school diploma or GED. An Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Bachelor’s Degree, or a Paralegal Certificate is preferred. Previous experience in a law firm or corporate legal department is also preferred, specifically in areas such as Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party, or other injury-related practice areas. You should also have at least 2 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant.
In addition to these qualifications, you should be highly organized and able to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment. You should also have strong written and verbal communication skills, including good presentation skills.
Salary and Benefits
The salary for this position is competitive and will be based on your experience and qualifications. The law firm also offers a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with company match. You will also receive paid time off and holidays.
Join a Firm with a Mission: For the People
At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. We are the last line of defense for millions of Americans against insurance companies, large corporations, and defective goods. Our firm is made up of over 6,000 employees, all united by one mission: For the People. From attorneys in all 50 states to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm plays a key role in the winning fight for consumer rights.
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the legal field, then consider joining our team as a Litigation Assistant at our law firm in Savannah, Georgia. Apply now and become a part of our mission to fight for the people.
