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Quintairos, Prieto, Wood and Boyer

Legal Assistant

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  • Atlanta, GA
April 3, 2025 Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Legal Assistant – Insurance Defense | Atlanta, GA

At Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), success starts with people. As the nation’s largest minority & women-owned law firm, we are proud to cultivate a culture where team members feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow. We are currently seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Atlanta office, supporting attorneys in civil insurance defense litigation.

This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary, full benefits package, and an opportunity to contribute meaningfully within a collaborative and fast-paced legal team.

Why Join Us?

✅ Join a Leading National Defense Team: QPWB’s Atlanta office is growing, and this role provides a chance to be integral to the success of a high-performing insurance defense group.

✅ Supportive Culture & Growth: We value organization, initiative, and attention to detail, offering opportunities to advance your legal support career through mentorship and hands-on experience.

✅ Full Benefits & Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, paid vacation, and the chance to thrive in a professional but laid back work environment.

Your Role: Legal Assistant – Insurance Defense

As a Legal Assistant, you will support attorneys in all stages of litigation, helping to manage files, prepare legal documents, and maintain strict deadlines in a high-volume insurance defense practice. Your responsibilities will include:

🔹 Document Preparation & Filing: Drafting and proofreading correspondence, pleadings, discovery, and motionsunder attorney direction.
🔹 Subpoena & Record Management: Preparing and tracking subpoenas and requests for records; assisting with organization and review of case-related documents.
🔹 Court Coordination: Managing state and federal court filings in Georgia, including e-filing procedures.
🔹 Case Calendar & Deadline Management: Maintaining attorney calendars, monitoring court dates, trial deadlines, and discovery schedules.
🔹 Administrative Support & Communication: Assisting with case updates, file maintenance, and timekeeping entries; serving as a point of contact for clients, experts, and vendors.
🔹 Team Collaboration: Working alongside attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced, deadline-driven legal setting.

What You Bring

✔️ Experience:

  • 2–5+ years of legal assistant experience supporting attorneys in insurance defense or civil litigation.

  • Experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment preferred.

✔️ Legal Knowledge & Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency with Georgia State and Federal Court e-filing systems.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe.

  • Experience using timekeeping or billing software.

✔️ Organizational & Communication Strengths:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize competing deadlines.

  • Ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgment.

✔️ Education:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.

What We Offer

💼 Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience and skill set.
📌 Comprehensive Benefits Package:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Employer-paid life and short-term disability insurance

  • 401(k) plan with generous employer match

  • Paid time off (PTO), vacation, and paid holidays

🚀 Professional Environment:

  • A supportive, team-based culture that fosters learning and professional growth

  • Opportunities to work on complex, high-value litigation matters

  • Resources to help you thrive in a dynamic legal practice

Why QPWB?

At QPWB, we are more than just a law firm—we are a community of professionals committed to excellence, innovation, and client service. We invest in our people and provide a platform for long-term success, offering the tools, culture, and mentorship to grow and excel.

Are you ready to bring your legal support career to the next level? Apply today and become part of the QPWB family.

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