Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Atlanta, GA

Law Firm

Atlanta, GA

Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Atlanta, GA

Legal Staff

Min 2 yrs required

No

Job Title: Legal Secretary

Job Responsibilities:
- Prepare legal filings by formatting documents, pulling exhibits, proofreading and redacting documents.
- Draft and send routine correspondence to relevant parties.
- Prepare court forms including notices and other pleadings.
- Perform e-filing of court filings in both State and Federal courts.
- Open new matters and process matters for closing.
- Manage and organize documents ensuring proper saving to the Document Management System.
- Maintain familiarity with court and agency rules, filing procedures, and client guidelines.
- Create and maintain case contact sheets for effective case management.
- Handle calendaring by maintaining attorney calendars and ensuring all dates and deadlines are accurately recorded.
- Schedule depositions and manage associated logistics.
- Manage expense reimbursements for attorneys and staff.
- Handle bills for third-party vendors and process checks accordingly.

Education and Experience Information:
- Must have 2+ years of litigation experience.
- Prior experience with e-filing and understanding of litigation procedures and processes is required.
- Familiarity with State and Federal court procedures and rules is essential.
- Must demonstrate excellent organizational skills and the ability to integrate into a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and organize multiple tasks concurrently is necessary.
- Must be capable of working independently and be self-motivated.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel) is required; familiarity with iManage/eDockets is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
- Must be a team player who can collaborate effectively with colleagues.

Salary Information:
- The text does not provide specific information regarding salary. However, the law firm offers an outstanding benefits package, including a 401k match and a generous PTO plan.

Additional Information:
- The position is based in the law firm's Atlanta office and requires in-office attendance five days a week.
- The law firm is committed to providing a work environment free of barriers and bias, ensuring equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on legally protected characteristics.
- The law firm supports career growth with ample opportunities for professional development and advancement.
- Employees have access to corporate discount plans and other perks.
- Submissions for open positions are only accepted from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement through the Recruitment Agency Portal. Submissions from agencies without a current agreement will not be considered.
- The law firm is committed to teamwork, collaboration, client service, and innovation, providing a supportive environment for motivated professionals seeking long-term career growth.