Sr Paralegal

Gilder Search Group; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group in Carrollton, GA is hiring an experienced paralegal to support an active practice from intake through final disposition. This is a full-time, in-office position requiring you to step in and handle cases across civil litigation with strong attention to detail.

The ideal candidate will have at least four years of paralegal experience, solid knowledge of court procedures, and proficiency with MS Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and case-management software.

Qualifications

• At least four years of verifiable paralegal experience.
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures and deadlines.
• Experience with workers' compensation and Social Security disability is helpful.
• Experience in personal injury, family law, probate, or related civil areas is a plus.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Outlook, and PDF preparation.

Responsibilities

• Support cases from intake through settlement and file closing.
• Prepare and file pleadings, motions, notices, discovery, subpoenas, and exhibits.
• Draft client communications, case summaries, timelines, and memoranda.
• Maintain accurate case files, calendars, deadlines, and court dates.
• Assist with client intake, interviews, and records requests.
• Attend court hearings and meetings; organize exhibits and document testimony.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and others.

Skills

Legal research

Document preparation

Court procedures

Case management

Client communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

PDF preparation

Electronic filing systems

Case-management software

Job description

Now Hiring: Experienced Paralegal | Carrollton, GA

We are currently seeking an Experienced Paralegal in support of our client, located in Carrollton, Georgia.

This is a full-time, in-office position for a dependable legal professional who can step into an active practice and support matters from initial client intake through final resolution. This is not an entry-level opportunity.

Position Details

• Location: Carrollton, GA
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
• Work Environment: In-office
• Local candidates who live within approximately one hour of Carrollton are strongly preferred.

What You’ll Do

• Support cases from intake, file opening, and document collection through settlement, trial preparation, final disposition, and file closing.
• Prepare and file pleadings, motions, notices, discovery, subpoenas, proposed orders, exhibits, and other legal documents.
• Draft professional correspondence, demand letters, client communications, case summaries, timelines, factual narratives, and memoranda.
• Maintain accurate case files, calendars, deadlines, court dates, client notes, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with client intake, interviews, records requests, and case development.
• Attend court hearings and meetings as needed; organize exhibits, assist clients and witnesses, and document testimony, rulings, and follow-up actions.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, medical providers, insurance companies, agencies, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• At least four years of verifiable paralegal, law-office, court system, corporate legal department, or closely related legal experience.
• General knowledge of civil litigation, court procedures, filing requirements, service requirements, and legal deadlines.
• Experience with workers' compensation and Social Security disability matters is helpful.
• Experience in personal injury, family law, probate, wills and estates, corporate law, landlord-tenant matters, or other civil practice areas is a plus.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, PDF preparation, electronic filing systems, case-management software, and digital file maintenance.
• Strong written communication, organization, professionalism, judgment, and client-service skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and remain calm and effective in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Dependable attendance, reliable transportation, and availability to attend court and case-related proceedings as needed.

The ideal candidate is trustworthy, detail-oriented, self-motivated, kind, professional, and committed to maintaining strict client confidentiality. This position requires professional conduct, sound judgment, and the ability to contribute positively to a cooperative, team-focused workplace.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable employment verification, background screening, and firm-required confidentiality and workplace agreements.