Litigation Assistant
Morgan & Morgan is seeking a dedicated Litigation Assistant to join our team in Alpharetta, Georgia. As a Litigation Assistant, you will play a crucial role in managing the firm's daily operations and providing essential support to our legal team. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment within a leading personal injury law firm committed to advocating for consumer rights.
In this role, your primary responsibilities will include performing administrative duties such as scheduling hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics. You will maintain pleadings and discovery indexes, organize exhibits and legal documents, and implement administrative processes to enhance workflow efficiency. Additionally, you will collect and organize evidence for attorney review, draft and proofread legal documents, conduct legal research, manage client billing, and coordinate meetings and depositions with clients and witnesses.
The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for those holding an associate's degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree. A minimum of two years of experience as an administrative assistant, legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal, preferably within a law firm or corporate legal department, is required. Experience in personal injury or related practice areas is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate strong multitasking abilities, excellent written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, and a typing speed of at least 35 words per minute. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.
Morgan & Morgan offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and paid holidays. This on-site position provides the opportunity to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team, fostering professional growth and development within a supportive and mission-driven environment.