Paralegal (Litigation)

Perform a variety of complex law related tasks, provides assistance and support to the Company’s attorneys. Manages litigation matters, reviews/drafts legal documents, handles subpoenas and third-party requests, and may act on behalf of the Company in simple legal matters.

Your day to day  

• Handle to completion factual investigations, data gathering and document analysis for preparation of litigation pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, case analysis, and other legal documents as requested and appropriate.

• Prepare correspondence, pleadings, contracts, etc. with minimal technical guidance by attorney responsible. Finalize and implement final version.

• Draft and review/modify legal documents with minimal guidance from attorneys, such as management agreements, assignments, purchasing agreements, contracts, deeds, loan documents, corporate bylaws, minutes and resolutions, etc. Expedite, pursue and monitor final resolution of legal issues subject to attorney review.

• Gather, maintain, organize, analyze, and disseminate information from employees, outside parties and Company documentation relating to legal matters in which the Company is involved.

• Perform and may supervise certain department administrative tasks (e.g. legal library administration, brief bank, data bank or other data base management, etc.) to ensure accurate records and aid in research tasks.

• Perform government filings to fulfill legal rules and regulations.

• May act as primary point of contact between Company and its registered agents for service of process.

• Perform a variety of administrative support duties as assigned. Prepare reports, charts, presentation data, or logs as required and according to established specifications. Notarize documents. Answer inquiries related to daily activities of work area, and act as a liaison between assigned work area and internal or external contacts to convey appropriate information. Compose clear and concise correspondence or memoranda as requested or required. Copy, route, and file appropriate documents in an accurate and timely manner. May review, track data from, complete and/or monitor staff itineraries, calendars, expense reports, or other functional reports as needed. Identify and assist in planning for the acquisition of supplies, equipment, facilities, and services necessary to maintain an efficient operation. Perform other support duties as assigned to facilitate the smooth operation of the assigned work area

What we need from you 

• Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent experience of a 4-year degree education; Paralegal certification or 4 year degree with 2 years work-related experience while pursuing a paralegal certificate. 

• 4 to 7 years progressive work related experience with significant drafting and litigation management responsibilities in a law firm, corporate, or government environment with demonstrated proficiency and understanding in one or more functions related to the position.

• Demonstrated proficiency in use of Microsoft Office and understanding of relevant matter management, secretariat, or entity management software and computerized legal research.

• Demonstrated knowledge of legal concepts and terms. Demonstrates clear and effective verbal and written skills for the purpose of obtaining and conveying information to clients, outside counsel, management, and team members as well as producing legal material.

• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines with minimal supervision;

• Superior attention to detail;

• Ability to successfully handle multiple tasks/projects simultaneously within stated deadlines and for more than one attorney

• Strong analytical skills and problem solving abilities;

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills;

• Excellent oral and written communication skills;

• Ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels within and outside of the organization;

• Ability to present ideas and information in a concise, organized way

• Ability to organize files and willingness and ability to perform administrative function

Location – Atlanta, GA; Our hybrid work structure is an expectation of three (3) days a week in office. This expectation may be adjusted to evolve with the changing needs of the business. 

The hourly range for this role is $32.00 to $40.00. A candidate with relevant experience should expect to start at or near the top of the range. This role is also eligible for bonus pay (as applicable). We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401K, and other benefits to employees.