Litigation Legal Secretary | 2+ Years Experience

Hall Booth Smith, P.C.; Tifton (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hall Booth Smith, P.C. in Tifton, GA is seeking a legal secretary with at least two years of litigation experience. The role supports all administrative functions including case and calendar management, electronic document management, typing, proofreading, entering attorney time, and filing.

A typing speed of 70 wpm is required and familiarity with client guidelines is essential. The candidate will transcribe, draft, proofread, file documents with courts, and maintain organized case files while

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in litigation.
• Typing speed of 70 wpm with accuracy.
• Ability to transcribe dictation and format legal documents.
• Knowledge of court rules and filing requirements.
• Ability to balance multiple files and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes dictation and formats letters, pleadings, and other forms.
• Prepares rough drafts and proofreads documents.
• Mails and forwards letters and documents via various carriers.
• Files legal documents with Courts and notifies parties.
• Maintains client guidelines for document preparation and mailing.
• Open new files, perform conflict checks, draft engagement letters.
• Maintain file contents, indexes, and client/case information.
• Enter attorney billable time and balance invoices.
• Manage attorney calendars with due dates and hearings.
• Screen calls and support attorneys with professionalism.
• Schedule depositions and participate in committee activities.
• Mentor and train new staff; perform reception duties as needed.

Skills

Typing 70 wpm

Court procedures

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Professional communication

Confidentiality

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic document management

Microsoft Office

Office equipment proficiency

Job description

Hall Booth Smith, P.C. in Tifton, GA is seeking a legal secretary with at least two years of litigation experience. The role supports all administrative functions including case and calendar management, electronic document management, typing, proofreading, entering attorney time, and filing.

A typing speed of 70 wpm is required and familiarity with client guidelines is essential. The candidate will transcribe, draft, proofread, file documents with courts, and maintain organized case files while