Legal Assistant

We are in search of a proficient Legal Assistant to contribute to our government team located in Atlanta, Georgia. This role offers a long-term contract employment opportunity and involves a combination of on-site and remote work. As a Legal Assistant, you will be performing various legal secretary tasks and assisting both our litigation and business services teams.

• Support the litigation and business services teams in managing legal documentation and correspondence.
• Assist in the drafting and review of legal documents.
• Maintain and manage legal filing systems to ensure they are updated and easily accessible.
• Handle the calendar and docket, ensuring all important dates and deadlines are accurately recorded and adhered to.
• Manage the e-Filing system, ensuring all necessary documents are filed electronically in a timely manner.
• Monitor customer accounts and take action where necessary.
• Process customer credit applications with accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate customer credit records.
• Resolve customer inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Prior experience working in a legal environment
• Strong knowledge of Civil Litigation procedures and protocols
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents with precision and attention to detail
• Ability to manage and maintain a Calendar-Docket system effectively
• Proficiency with e-Filing and other digital legal systems
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently
• High level of integrity and professional discretion
• Familiarity with government regulations and legal protocols in a government setting
• Bachelor's degree in Law, Paralegal Studies or a related field preferred.