Legal Assistant – Healthcare Compliance & Docs

Summit Spine & Joint Centers; Lawrenceville (GA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Spine & Joint Centers in Lawrenceville, GA is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to provide administrative and legal support to the General Counsel. The role focuses on regulatory compliance, documentation, calendar management, and correspondence to keep the legal department running smoothly.

This full‑time, benefited position reports to the General Counsel and can offer hybrid flexibility. This role requires an associate degree, strong communication, attention to detail, and proficiency

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience as a legal assistant or in a legal office is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, processes, and document formatting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanor and commitment to confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, including contracts, correspondence, pleadings, and reports.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, hearings, and court dates, and coordinate travel arrangements as needed.
• Organize, maintain, and update files (physical and electronic), ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct basic legal research and gather information relevant to cases, transactions, or regulatory requirements.
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, external counsel, and internal stakeholders.
• File documents with courts and regulatory agencies, following all applicable procedures and deadlines.
• Assist with billing and time-entry processes for attorneys.
• Support preparation of legal matters by organizing materials, compiling exhibits, and preparing binders or presentations.
• Perform general administrative tasks such as answering phones, managing mail, maintaining office supplies, and processing invoices.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with legal procedures, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Legal terminology

Document formatting

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Microsoft Office

Independent work

Confidentiality

Legal office experience

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Summit Spine & Joint Centers in Lawrenceville, GA is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to provide administrative and legal support to the General Counsel. The role focuses on regulatory compliance, documentation, calendar management, and correspondence to keep the legal department running smoothly.

This full‑time, benefited position reports to the General Counsel and can offer hybrid flexibility. This role requires an associate degree, strong communication, attention to detail, and proficiency