Litigation Legal Assistant: Organized, Fast-Paced Support

Gilder Search Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant in Atlanta to support 2-3 litigation paralegals in a fast-paced, team-focused environment. The role emphasizes organizing complex litigation matters and maintaining meticulous file management and correspondence.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in a legal assistant or litigation secretary role, with strong MS Office skills, sharp organizational abilities, and a professional, dependable demeanor aligned with a

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a legal assistant or litigation secretary.
• Insurance defense litigation experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize deadlines in a busy litigation practice.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-through.
• Professional, dependable, and team-oriented.
• Strong communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and litigation support to multiple paralegals
• Prepare, organize, and maintain electronic and paper case files
• Draft, revise, and format legal correspondence and pleadings
• Coordinate document production, filings, and case materials
• Track, code, and route litigation expenses associated with cases
• Manage calendars, deadlines, and scheduling
• Coordinate mail, service, and other case-related logistics
• Assist with discovery and trial preparation
• Prioritize multiple assignments while meeting deadlines

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Team-oriented

Professional, dependable

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant in Atlanta to support 2-3 litigation paralegals in a fast-paced, team-focused environment. The role emphasizes organizing complex litigation matters and maintaining meticulous file management and correspondence.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in a legal assistant or litigation secretary role, with strong MS Office skills, sharp organizational abilities, and a professional, dependable demeanor aligned with a