Legal Assistant – Litigation

Goodwin Recruiting; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Direct partner exposure

Competitive salary range

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is partnering with a well-established boutique litigation law firm in Buckhead, Atlanta, GA to hire a Litigation Legal Assistant supporting two founding partners. The role emphasizes organization, independent judgment, and handling diverse litigation matters with accuracy.

You will manage litigation files, draft and proofread pleadings and correspondence, coordinate calendars, and assist with discovery, e-discovery, court filings, and trial prep.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant, Litigation Legal Secretary, or Litigation Paralegal.
• Hands-on experience supporting attorneys in an active litigation practice.
• Strong litigation document preparation, proofreading, and file management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP.
• Experience with legal billing and related administrative processes.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while supporting multiple attorneys in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to two founding partners.
• Maintain, organize, and manage electronic and physical litigation files, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Prepare, format, proofread, and finalize legal correspondence, pleadings, discovery documents, and other litigation materials.
• Assist with all phases of the litigation process, including discovery, e-discovery, court filings, and trial preparation.
• Coordinate attorney calendars, case deadlines, meetings, and client communications.
• Monitor case progress and maintain accurate documentation and filing systems.
• Assist with legal billing, invoice preparation, and accounting-related administrative tasks.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP, to organize and analyze information.
• Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and other parties.
• Manage competing priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and responsiveness.

Skills

Litigation support

Excel PivotTables

VLOOKUP

Legal billing

Organization

Communication

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant | Boutique Law Firm | Buckhead, Atlanta, GA

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a well-established boutique litigation law firm in Buckhead seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to provide direct support to two partners.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who enjoys working closely with attorneys, managing complex litigation matters, and taking ownership of a busy legal desk.

The firm offers a collaborative, professional environment with an established team, strong internal processes, and a diverse litigation practice. You will receive direct cross-training and have the opportunity to build long-term relationships with experienced attorneys.

Unlike highly repetitive, form-driven legal environments, this position offers exposure to a variety of litigation matters requiring organization, independent judgment, and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to two founding partners.
• Maintain, organize, and manage electronic and physical litigation files, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Prepare, format, proofread, and finalize legal correspondence, pleadings, discovery documents, and other litigation materials.
• Assist with all phases of the litigation process, including discovery, e-discovery, court filings, and trial preparation.
• Coordinate attorney calendars, case deadlines, meetings, and client communications.
• Monitor case progress and maintain accurate documentation and filing systems.
• Assist with legal billing, invoice preparation, and accounting-related administrative tasks.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP, to organize and analyze information.
• Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and other parties.
• Manage competing priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and responsiveness.

Qualifications

Required:

• Prior experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant, Litigation Legal Secretary, or Litigation Paralegal.
• Hands-on experience supporting attorneys in an active litigation practice.
• Strong litigation document preparation, proofreading, and file management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP.
• Experience with legal billing and related administrative processes.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while supporting multiple attorneys in a deadline-driven environment.

Preferred:

• Experience directly supporting law firm partners or senior litigation attorneys.
• Experience with discovery, e-discovery, court filings, and trial preparation.
• Background in commercial litigation, construction litigation, real estate litigation, or other complex civil litigation.
• Experience managing substantial litigation files and coordinating multiple active matters.

What Makes This Opportunity Attractive?

• Competitive Compensation: $75,000 to $85,000 base salary.
• Hybrid Flexibility: One remote workday per week after acclimation and ramp up.
• Direct Partner Exposure: Work closely with two partners and become an integral part of their legal practice.
• Diverse Litigation Experience: Gain exposure to commercial, construction, real estate-related, and other civil litigation matters.
• Established Processes: Step into a well-organized practice with direct cross-training and support.
• Professional Environment: Join a collaborative boutique firm that values accuracy, accountability, and long-term working relationships.
• Long-Term Opportunity: Become a trusted member of an established legal team with strong continuity and succession planning.

Who Will Thrive in This Role?

The ideal candidate is a highly organized, adaptable Litigation Legal Assistant who takes pride in producing accurate work, anticipating attorney needs, and keeping a busy litigation practice running smoothly.

You’ll be successful if you are proactive, responsive, comfortable managing multiple priorities, and able to adapt to established attorney preferences while bringing a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach.

If you’re an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity with a respected boutique law firm in Atlanta’s Buckhead area, we’d welcome the opportunity to connect.