Paralegal

Michael M Day Law Firm LLC; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off (up to 25 days)

Retirement plan

Holiday closure

Job summary

Michael Day Law Firm is seeking an experienced paralegal to join its Decatur team. This role supports senior litigation attorneys through case preparation, document management, and client communication to move files toward resolution.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in personal injury or civil litigation, a paralegal certificate or degree, and strong MS Office skills. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, with a focus on confidentiality and deadline-driven work.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paralegal experience in personal injury or civil litigation, or similar.
• Paralegal Certificate or Associate's/Bachelor's in Paralegal Studies, or equivalent experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is considered an asset.
• Strong proficiency with MS Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication with excellent interpersonal skills and judgment.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and safeguard sensitive information.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Learn new systems quickly and use them effectively.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with a track record of responsiveness and meeting deadlines.
• Strong prioritization and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to receive constructive feedback and pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case preparation, including drafting pleadings, discovery responses, motions, and other legal documents.
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Request and follow up on medical records, bills, and other supporting documentation.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and provide case updates.
• Prepare demand packages.
• Coordinate scheduling for depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial prep.
• Conduct legal research to support case strategy.
• Track deadlines, including statutes of limitations and court filing dates.
• Liaise with insurance adjusters, medical providers, and opposing counsel as needed.
• Support attorneys during trial preparation and proceedings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Paralegal experience

MS Suite proficiency

Written and verbal communication

Confidentiality

Prioritization & problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Learning agility

Background check readiness

Education

Paralegal Certificate or Associate's/Bachelor's in Paralegal Studies

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint)

Job description

Who We Are

Michael Day Law Firm is a growing personal injury law firm in Decatur dedicated to achieving exceptional results for our clients while fostering a collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team environment. Our firm has exclusively handled personal injury cases since inception, and we've focused on crafting our practice to provide our clients with the best possible experience while dealing with an injury.

By joining our team, you will be part of an incredible group of passionate, purpose-driven people who believe in excellence and focus on doing their best work every day.

Who You Are

• Have 3+ years of paralegal experience in personal injury or civil litigation, or similar
• Hold a Paralegal Certificate or Associate's/Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, or have equivalent practical experience
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is considered an asset
• Demonstrate strong proficiency with MS Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint)
• Have strong written and verbal communication ability with excellent interpersonal skills and judgement
• Can maintain strict confidentiality and safeguard sensitive information
• Work efficiently under pressure, handling changes and interruptions while meeting strict deadlines
• Learn new systems quickly and use them effectively and efficiently
• Bring exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with a proven track record of being responsive, meeting deadlines, and delivering measurable outcomes
• Have effective prioritization and problem-solving skills
• Are open to learning and accepting constructive feedback
• Are able to successfully pass a criminal and background record check

How You'll Make a Difference

Reporting to the Senior Litigation Attorney, you'll support attorneys throughout the life of a personal injury case, handling case preparation, documentation, and client communication to keep files moving efficiently toward resolution. You'll play a key part in ensuring cases are well-organized and ready for litigation, mediation, or trial.

• Assist attorneys with case preparation, including drafting pleadings, discovery responses, motions, and other legal documents
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date
• Request and follow up on medical records, bills, and other supporting documentation
• Communicate with clients to gather information, provide updates, and answer questions throughout their case
• Prepare demand packages
• Coordinate scheduling for depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation
• Conduct legal research to support case strategy
• Track deadlines, including statutes of limitations and court filing dates
• Liaise with insurance adjusters, medical providers, and opposing counsel as needed
• Support attorneys during trial preparation and proceedings as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We Offer

We want to reward our staff for their awesome work. Here's what you can expect as part of our team:

• 401(k) with employer matching
• Health insurance, including dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid time off — a great vacation package that increases with tenure, up to 25 days off
• Retirement plan
• Holiday office closure — we close from Christmas through the New Year as an extra bonus for our team

We are growing fast, join us!