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Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the country’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers in 25 offices throughout the United States.
Akerman is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to join its Labor and Employment Practice Group in Atlanta, Georgia. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to a busy labor and employment legal team. This role requires a motivated self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently. Akerman has adopted a hybrid work environment, requiring this position to work in the office a minimum of three (3) days per week.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain caseload file organization and management.
- Prepare and file documents in federal and state courts.
- Draft and file discovery documents.
- Perform various administrative duties as needed.
- Manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Labor and Employment law and Litigation support.
- Proficiency in high-level state and federal court filings.
- Strong knowledge of civil procedure rules and civil motions practices.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Familiarity with iManage or similar document management system.
- Excellent typing, phone skills, and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively under pressure
- Familiarity with EEOC procedures.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with Chrome River and Elite 3E software (recommended but not required).
- Experience in Higher Education legal matters is a plus.
What Akerman Offers:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. (EOE)
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