Family Law Legal Assistant

Our client, a highly regarded boutique family law firm in Atlanta, is seeking a Legal Assistant / Junior Paralegal to join its team. The firm handles complex, high-asset divorce and trust litigation matters and is known for providing strategic, discreet representation to clients navigating significant personal and financial transitions.

This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and enjoys being involved in all aspects of sophisticated litigation matters. It's a small team and a blended role so requires a willingness to handle administrative as well as more substantive tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Management: Track deadlines and ensure filings and deliverables are completed on time.

• Legal Document Support: Proofread and assist with preparation of pleadings, discovery requests, and other legal documents.

• Discovery Coordination: Work with clients to collect responsive discovery materials and assist attorneys with document organization, review, and production.

• Financial Record Organization: Assist in reviewing and organizing financial, business, and investigative records relevant to cases.

• Client Communication: Serve as a point of contact for clients, helping keep them informed and organized throughout the litigation process.

• Court Filings: Prepare and submit electronic filings in state and local courts.

• Hearing, Deposition & Trial Preparation: Organize exhibits, prepare binders and indices, coordinate logistics, and assist attorneys with preparation for hearings, depositions, and trial.

• Family Law Documentation: Assist with preparation of child support worksheets, DRFAs, and responses to mandatory discovery.

• Investigative Research: Utilize online research and social media tools to support case preparation.

• Administrative Support: Maintain electronic and hard files, coordinate meetings, schedule Zoom calls, and assist with general office organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Professional discretion when handling sensitive client matters

• Comfortable working with legal technology and case management systems

Technical Skills

Experience with the following is preferred:

• Microsoft Office (particularly Excel)

• Document management systems such as NetDocuments

• Legal research platforms (Westlaw or Lexis)

• E-filing systems and case management software

• Online research and social media tools

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