Legal Assistant

Ohagan Meyer; Sandy Springs (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401(k)

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Training & development

Free snacks in office

Commuter benefits

Job summary

O’Hagan Meyer seeks an organized Legal Assistant to support a team of attorneys in a full-time, in-office role with potential hybrid work after training. Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, managing case files, and handling court filings across state, federal, and appellate systems.

Prior ERISA defense exposure and strong MS Office skills are highly valued. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's or Paralegal Certificate and have 5+ years in litigation support, with sharp attention to detail

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certification or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of prior work experience in litigation support roles.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules and procedures.
• Experience with ERISA defense litigation preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Word, document formatting, and proofreading.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys and manage heavy caseloads.
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence.
• Prepare court filings for state, federal and appellate courts, electronically and traditionally.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and track reimbursements.
• Assist with discovery and trial support, including document production and exhibit prep.
• Maintain filing systems and databases for accurate data retrieval.

Skills

Litigation support

Detail oriented

Legal terminology

High-volume environment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Paralegal Certificate

Equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Odyssey

Pacer

ECF Filing Systems

Job description

O’Hagan Meyer is looking for an organized and professional Legal Assistant to join our law firm. This individual will provide vital assistance to a team of attorneys by handling case-related tasks, preparing a variety of legal documentation, and managing case files. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proficient in legal terminology, and understands the electronic filing procedures in State and Federal Courts. This will be full-time, in-office position with the possibility of transitioning into a hybrid work week.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys, managing heavy and complex caseloads.
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence in compliance with applicable court rules.
• Prepare court filings for state, federal and appellate courts, including electronic and traditional filings.
• Coordinate travel arrangements. Prepare, submit, and track travel and expense reimbursements.
• Assist with discovery and trial support, including document production, exhibit preparation, and court filings. Support scanning, photocopying, and binder preparation as needed.
• Create and maintain filing systems and databases in compliance with office policies to ensure accurate and efficient data retrieval.

• Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, including deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates
• Maintain attorney schedules and calendars
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position is full-time, M-F with the possibility of some overtime. After 90 days of training, employees may be eligible for hybrid work. Salary based on experience and included exceptional benefit package.

O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of prior work experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or related role in litigation.
• Prior experience in ERISA defense litigation
• Strong knowledge of State and Federal court rules and procedures.
• Advanced Word skills, including creating tables, bookmarking, and styling documents.
• Strong proofreading and editing abilities, with a focus on accuracy and grammar.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with attorneys and co-workers.
• Class Action and trial experience is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, Odyssey, Pacer and ECF Filing Systems.
• Previous iManage experience preferred but not required.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• Ability to work independently but also as part of a team.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Free Food & Snacks in Office
• Wellness Resources
• Commuter Benefits