Paralegal

Smith, Welch, Webb and White, LLC, currently has an opening for a Paralegal in our McDonough office. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of five years of litigation experience as a legal assistant or paralegal with emphasis on federal litigation, preferably employment. This position is full-time, benefits eligible position and the hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

*Position is not remote, must work in the McDonough or Stockbridge area

- Experience drafting pleadings, discovery documents, letters and witness affidavits.

-Experience with client intake and consultations

-Working knowledge and experience with PACER and ECF

-Experience with PeachCourt and Odessey

-Must have obsessive commitment to organization.

- Must be excellent with time management including adherence to deadlines for litigation,

depositions, and trial dates.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Ability to receive and draft responses to all types of inquiries; relay or respond to messages;

- Manage client files, obtain investigative information, organize information and prepare demand

packages.

- Transcribe correspondence and recorded statements.

- Must be self-motivated.

- Ability to manage and prioritize caseload in accordance to attorney needs.

- Must be proficient with computer and various operating systems including:

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Internet

- Can do attitude.

- Must be able to type a minimum of 65 wpm.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,500.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person