Legal Assistant

Ugwonali Law Group Llc; Sandy Springs (GA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

Ugwonali Law Group Llc in Sandy Springs, Georgia is seeking a sharp litigation legal assistant to support attorneys and paralegals. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, managing office correspondence, and conducting legal research.

The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of experience in a law firm and possesses excellent multitasking and communication skills. Compensation is competitive at $20 - $23 hourly.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a law firm as a secretary or administrative assistant.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research with guidance from attorneys.
• Prepare various litigation documents and proofread as needed.
• Manage office correspondence and administrative tasks.

Skills

Legal research

Multitasking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Legal software

Litigation case management software

Docketing programs

Job description

We’re seeking a sharp litigation legal assistant for our busy law firm who can help our attorneys and paralegals assist clients and keep the office running smoothly. You’ll work with the team to prepare a variety of legal documents, and handle office correspondence like drafting legal documents, answering emails and phone calls, scheduling meetings, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you’re an excellent multitasker who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research, when necessary, with guidance from attorneys and paralegals
• Be willing to take on any other necessary administrative tasks to help the firm run smoothly
• Arrange travel, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events
• Assist with the creation of various litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents as needed
• Manage office correspondence and administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, responding to emails, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of prior experience in a law firm environment as a secretary or administrative assistant
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times
• Experience with legal software, litigation case management, and docketing programs
• Applicants must have excellent communication skills and organizational skills
• Bachelor's Degree required

Compensation: $20 - $23 hourly