Litigation Paralegal

Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Generous paid time off

Holiday leave

Job summary

Swift Currie is seeking a Litigation Paralegal in Atlanta, GA to support multiple cases by collecting and organizing documents and by facilitating clear communication between teams. You will review and prepare documents, assist with case management, file pleadings electronically, coordinate calendars, and track time to matters, all while maintaining confidential records in a fast-paced environment.

Qualified candidates have paralegal experience (workers' compensation preferred) and a Bachelor's

Qualifications

• Experience as a paralegal, preferably in the workers' compensation practice area.
• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate.
• Strong organization and confidentiality required.

Responsibilities

• Review and prepare documents
• Assist with case management
• Organize and electronically file pleadings
• Coordinate and schedule calendars
• Track and bill time to appropriate matters
• Conduct legal research

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Confidential information handling

Microsoft Office

Documentation and records

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal research tools

Job description

Litigation Paralegal

At Swift Currie, we recognize that talented people are essential to our success, enabling us to provide exceptional service to our clients. Our professional team works collaboratively within a dynamic and welcoming environment.

With offices in Georgia and Alabama, Swift Currie is nationally known for defending clients in significant litigation. This reputation has helped us become the largest law firm in Georgia focused exclusively on litigation. To learn more about our firm, visit us at www.swiftcurrie.com.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for collecting and organizing documents and information related to multiple cases within the firm. This individual should be comfortable communicating messages between different teams and maintaining organized records of all pertinent case materials.

Responsibilities

• Review and prepare documents
• Assist with case management
• Organize and electronically file pleadings
• Coordinate and schedule calendars
• Track and bill time to appropriate matters
• Conduct legal research

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Ability to maintain confidential information

Qualifications

• Experience as a paralegal preferably in the workers' compensation practice area
• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Regularly required to talk or hear, stand, walk, use hands, and reach with hands and arms
• Must be able to lift to 20 pounds at times

Expected Hours of Work

• Full-time position with a 40-hour work week; Monday through Friday

Swift Currie offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with profit sharing, generous paid time off, and holiday leave. We believe that building a successful legal practice requires the contributions of everyone, and we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence across our organization.

• health
• dental
• vision
• life
• disability insurance
• a 401(k) plan with profit sharing
• generous paid time off
• holiday leave

Equal Opportunity Employer

Swift Currie is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

This position is based in Atlanta, GA 30309.