Legal Assistant - Negotiations

Law Offices of Julian Sanders; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Growth and development opportunities

Job summary

The Law Offices of Julian Sanders in Atlanta, Georgia, is looking for a motivated Legal Assistant to support the Negotiations Team. This role involves assisting with personal injury claims, handling case management, and ensuring excellent client communication.

Ideal candidates should possess at least 2 years of legal support experience, familiarity with settlement processes, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal management systems. The position offers competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a legal support role, preferably in personal injury law.
• Familiarity with settlement processes and legal documentation.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to assigned negotiators handling personal injury case settlements.
• Prepare, organize, and send settlement demand packages.
• Draft standard legal correspondence including settlement memos and confirmation of settlement letters.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Familiarity with legal documentation

Tools

Filevine

Needles

Job description

Position Summary:

The Law Offices of Julian Sanders & Associates, LLC is seeking a motivated and organized Legal Assistant to support our dynamic Negotiations Team. This role provides essential administrative and case support to firm negotiators working to resolve and settle personal injury claims. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, pays close attention to detail, and is comfortable juggling multiple priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day support to assigned negotiators handling personal injury case settlements.
• Prepare, organize, and send settlement demand packages.
• Track negotiations, settlement offers, and counteroffers in the case management system.
• Communicate with clients regarding updates, documents, and required approvals.
• Coordinate with medical records, subrogation, and disbursement teams to confirm balances and finalize liens.
• Draft standard legal correspondence including settlement memos, letters of representation, and confirmation of settlement letters.
• Ensure all supporting documentation is filed accurately and updated in real time.
• Schedule negotiation calls or mediations as needed.
• Maintain excellent client service through responsive and professional communication.

Qualifications:

• 2+ year of experience in a legal support role, preferably in personal injury law.
• Familiarity with settlement processes and legal documentation.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems (e.g., Filevine, Needles).
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Attributes:

• Bilingual (Spanish or other languages) a plus
• Client-focused, team-oriented, and self-motivated
• Calm under pressure with strong attention to detail

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Growth and development opportunities within the firm