Legal Clerk

Gilder Search Group; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking a dependable Legal Clerk in Carrollton, GA for an in-office, full-time position.

You will support client intake, calendar management, and handling of physical and electronic case files under attorney or paralegal direction. The role requires attention to detail, confidentiality, and professional communication with clients and courts. Local candidates within ~1 hour of Carrollton are preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a law office or legal setting preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, calendaring, scanning and electronic document management.
• Familiarity with legal terminology, court procedures, electronic filing systems, or case-management software is a plus.
• Strong telephone etiquette and written/verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality and sound judgment handling sensitive information.
• Reliable attendance and transportation; professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Assist with client intake, scheduling, phone calls, and front-office support.
• Open, organize, maintain, and close physical and electronic case files.
• Scan, copy, upload, label, and file legal documents, correspondence, records, and exhibits.
• Prepare routine correspondence, templates, notices, mailing materials, and basic legal forms under attorney or paralegal direction.
• Maintain calendars for appointments, court dates, deadlines, meetings, and follow-up tasks.
• Request, collect, and organize medical records, employment records, insurance information, court documents, and other materials.
• Assist with document preparation for filings, hearings, meetings, and client appointments.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, medical providers, insurance companies, agencies, and other outside contacts.
• Support the legal team with general administrative tasks.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Calendar management

Confidentiality

Phone etiquette

Tools

Case-management software

Electronic filing systems

Document management software

Job description

Now Hiring: Legal Clerk | Carrollton, GA

We are currently seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Legal Clerk for our client, in Carrollton, Georgia.

Position Details

• Location: Carrollton, GA


• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.


• Work Environment: In-office


• Local candidates within approximately one hour of Carrollton are strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with client intake, scheduling, telephone calls, and front-office support.


• Open, organize, maintain, and close physical and electronic case files.


• Scan, copy, upload, label, and file legal documents, correspondence, records, and exhibits.


• Prepare routine correspondence, document templates, notices, mailing materials, and basic legal forms under attorney or paralegal direction.


• Maintain calendars for appointments, court dates, deadlines, meetings, and follow-up tasks.


• Request, collect, and organize medical records, employment records, insurance information, court documents, and other supporting materials.


• Assist with document preparation for filings, hearings, meetings, and client appointments.


• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, medical providers, insurance companies, agencies, and other outside contacts.


• Support the legal team with general administrative and office tasks as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a law office, legal department, court system, or professional office setting is preferred.


• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, email, calendaring, scanning, and electronic document management.


• Familiarity with legal terminology, court procedures, electronic filing systems, or case-management software is a plus.


• Professional telephone etiquette and strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive client and case information.


• Dependable attendance, reliable transportation, and a professional demeanor are required.

The successful candidate will be reliable, respectful, organized, and willing to learn. We are seeking someone who can work well as part of a team, accept direction and feedback, remain calm under pressure, and provide a welcoming, professional experience for clients.

Employment may be contingent upon completion of applicable employment verification, lawful background screening, and required confidentiality and workplace agreements.