Legal Administrative Assistant

Our client; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a leading Am 100 law firm in Atlanta, seeks a legal Administrative Assistant to provide essential administrative support to a premier legal team focusing on digital asset and blockchain matters. The ideal candidate is proactive, efficient, detail-oriented, and capable of independent work while adapting to evolving client needs.

Key duties include maintaining calendars, coordinating meetings and travel, handling billing and accounts receivable, drafting and proofreading documents, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience supporting attorneys or executives required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a consistent physical presence to foster a collaborative environment and provide support.
• Assist with calendars, travel planning, time entry, and reimbursements for attorneys and staff.
• Handle billing, track accounts receivable, and manage communications via email and phone.
• Draft, edit, and proofread documents, presentations, and reports.
• Coordinate internal and external communications and conduct project research.
• Plan and coordinate team events and liaise with internal resources to complete tasks.
• Maintain electronic and hard copy files, manage document reproduction and document management systems.
• Perform data entry across databases, ensuring accuracy and adherence to firm standards.
• Occasionally work overtime and take on additional related projects as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Independent work

Confidential communications

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Our client is an Am 100 law firm and looking for an legal Administrative Assistant who can provide vital administrative support to a leading legal team specializing in the digital asset and blockchain industry. The ideal candidate should be proactive, efficient, and capable of operating independently while being detail-oriented and adaptable to ever-changing client needs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain a consistent physical presence to foster a collaborative environment, ensuring optimized support through assignments, cross‑training, and peer support.


• Support a team of attorneys and administrative professionals with daily tasks including time entry, expense reimbursements, managing multiple complex calendars, and coordination of meetings and travel.


• Handle billing, track accounts receivable, and manage communications through email, phone calls, and texts.


• Draft, edit, and proofread documents, presentations, and reports.


• Facilitate internal and external communications and conduct research for projects and initiatives.


• Assist in planning and coordinating team events and liaise with internal resources to complete tasks.


• Maintain both electronic and hard copy files, manage document reproduction, and oversee document management systems.


• Perform data entry in various databases and applications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm standards.


• Occasionally work overtime as required and handle additional related projects as assigned.

Proficiencies:

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong communication skills, both verbal and written.


• Proficient in managing sensitive and confidential communications.


• Excellent time management skills with an ability to prioritize effectively.


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks without direct supervision.


• Strong knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.


• Skilled in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and capable of operating standard office equipment.

Required Skills and Certifications:

• A Bachelor's or Associate's degree is preferred.


• 1 to 2 years of experience supporting attorneys or C-level executives is required.


• Skilled in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and capable


• Exceptional attention to detail and strong communication skills, both verbal and written.