Litigation Legal Assistant

Job Description

Litigation Legal Assistant | Strategic Recruitment Solutions

The Tone:
This is a Legal Assistant role located in Atlanta, GA, operating under a hybrid work model, blending in-office collaboration with remote flexibility. The company is identified as a top-tier litigation firm, distinguished by its work on sophisticated civil and commercial matters. This position is designed for a skilled Legal Assistant who desires to be truly seen, trusted, and genuinely valued within a legal setting. It represents an ideal move for professionals from larger legal departments seeking more visibility, increased ownership over their work, and a direct opportunity to play a significant and meaningful role in high-stakes legal proceedings and outcomes.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Hybrid
• Location: Hybrid, Atlanta, GA
• Team: Supports a team of high-performing attorneys.
• Mission: Supports attorneys in sophisticated civil and commercial matters, taking ownership in high-stakes legal work.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Case File Management: Maintain comprehensive case files, meticulously organizing both electronic and hard copy documents to ensure instant accessibility and compliance with firm and court standards.
• Document Drafting: Draft various legal documents, including precise correspondence, critical court filings, and other legal paperwork, requiring attention to detail for attorney review and approval.
• Pleading Filing: File pleadings efficiently and accurately in both state and federal courts, adhering strictly to procedural rules and deadlines to keep cases moving forward.
• Preparation Support: Provide essential assistance with all aspects of deposition and trial preparation, coordinating logistics, compiling exhibits, and preparing materials vital for legal proceedings.
• Trial Team Participation: Potentially serve as a key member of the trial team, offering direct, real-time support to attorneys during courtroom proceedings and contributing to the successful presentation of cases.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Possesses a foundational college degree (preferred qualification) and holds crucial civil litigation experience specifically within a defense setting, demonstrating a robust understanding of complex legal processes, terminology, and strategic approaches essential for handling the firm’s sophisticated matters.
• Experience: Requires a minimum of 3–5 or more years of dedicated experience as a legal assistant, showcasing a proven track record of effectively supporting legal teams and managing the demands of high-stakes, fast-paced litigation environments.
• Skills: Exhibits strong communication skills necessary for clear interaction with attorneys, clients, and court personnel; demonstrates a consistently detail-oriented approach to all tasks; is proactive in anticipating legal team needs and case requirements; and proficiently manages multiple critical deadlines in a busy legal practice without compromising quality.
• Bonus: Brings valuable trial support experience, which is a preferred qualification that can significantly enhance contributions to active courtroom proceedings and comprehensive case management.