Litigation Practice Assistant: Trial Prep & Admin Pro

Eversheds Sutherland; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Paid time off

Discretionary merit bonuses

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plans

Tailored learning opportunities

Job summary

The Legal Practice Assistant role at Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP in Atlanta supports assigned attorneys and paralegals with day-to-day duties, while coordinating with HR on firm policies. It emphasizes client confidentiality, precise document handling, calendar management, and effective communication with clients and vendors.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in a law firm with litigation experience, strong MS Office skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years of experience working in a law firm.
• Litigation experience is required.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to multi-task.
• Able to present ideas in a business-friendly language.
• Excellent computer skills and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Drafts, edits, and files client documents per attorney revisions.
• Handles all e-filing in district and state court systems.
• Coordinates and assists with trial preparation and related logistics.
• Manages time entry for assigned attorneys and paralegals.
• Prepares CIM conflicts checks and submits to Records.
• Maintains and organizes files per firm procedures.
• Coordinates project management of attorney matters and cases.
• Maintains attorney calendars and contact information.
• Coordinates travel arrangements and reimbursement requests.
• Coordinates client and in-house meetings and assists as necessary.
• Answers incoming calls professionally and maintains confidentiality.

Skills

Litigation experience

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Business language

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

The Legal Practice Assistant role at Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP in Atlanta supports assigned attorneys and paralegals with day-to-day duties, while coordinating with HR on firm policies. It emphasizes client confidentiality, precise document handling, calendar management, and effective communication with clients and vendors.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in a law firm with litigation experience, strong MS Office skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask.