Family Law / T&E Litigation Legal Assistant

Premier metro Atlanta law firm specializing in high-end Civil Litigation, Appeals, and Transactional law is seeking an experienced professional, personable, and highly organized Family Law and/or Trusts & Estates Litigation Legal Assistant to join our talented team.

In this fast-paced role, you will provide direct administrative and legal support to two busy Partners handling Family Law, Estate & Trust, Fiduciary and General Civil Litigation. You will also be a vital member of the Administrative Team, ensuring smooth day-to-day processes and seamless coverage to all attorneys, as needed.

If you are a dynamic, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a professional environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional service, this is an excellent opportunity to work for a highly respected and well established firm that offers competitive compensation and full benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and format legal documents including pleadings, discovery, motions, and correspondence
• File documents electronically with state and federal courts
• Maintain and organize case files and legal databases
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule depositions and mediations, and track deadlines
• Communicate with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel
• Assist with trial preparation including exhibit lists and witness coordination
• Process incoming and outgoing mail and legal notices
• Perform administrative tasks such as scanning, copying, time entry, and billing support
• Support administrative team with clerical tasks and special projects, as needed
• Help maintain order and cleanliness in shared office areas such as the copy rooms, and kitchens
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion

Qualifications:

• High school diploma
• 3+ years of heavy litigation support experience - Family Law and/or Trusts & Estates Litigation experience required
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and legal document management systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Professional appearance
• Must be able to handle highly sensitive and confidential information
• Friendly, approachable, and polite with excellent interpersonal skills
• Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Ability to multitask effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and stellar work ethic
• Strong record of job stability

Working Environment:

We are a collaborative and dedicated team of attorneys and staff who value professionalism, camaraderie, and mutual support. We are excited to welcome a new team member to our modern office in a prestigious Class A high-rise.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In office only. This is not a remote or hybrid position.

Job Type: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Hours: M-F, 8:30a - 5:30p

Experience: Family Law Litigation: 3 years (Required)

Salary: Competitive, based on experience.

Ability to Commute: Atlanta, GA 30328 (Required)

Requirements

• 3 years Family Law and/or Trusts & Estates Litigation experience
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and legal document management systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Professional appearance
• Must be able to handle highly sensitive and confidential information
• Friendly, approachable, and polite with excellent interpersonal skills
• Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Ability to multitask effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and stellar work ethic
• Strong record of job stability

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)