Legal Assistant

at  Crystal Wright Law LLC

Our busy legal firm is looking for an efficient, organized legal assistant to help our attorneys and paralegals assist our clients and ensure we’re operating efficiently. You’ll assist with the preparation of legal documents, and handle all office correspondence including answering phone calls and emails, arranging meetings and travel, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you have experience in a law firm environment, work well under pressure, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in the legal industry, we want to connect with you. Please note, this position requires one (1) day in-office per week.Compensation:

$45,000Responsibilities:

• Ensure client billing is processed properly using daily time records with assistance from the accounting department
• Work with attorneys and paralegals to create various legal documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents when requested
• Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events
• Take care of administrative tasks and office correspondence by answering phone calls and emails, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and informing the team of upcoming deadlines
• Be willing to take on any other necessary administrative tasks to help the firm run smoothly

Qualifications:

• Must be able to prioritize tasks with demanding deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a law firm or office environment as an administrative assistant or secretary
• Candidates should be able to type at least 50 words per minute
• Comfortable working with all Microsoft Office products
• High school diploma or equivalent is required; associate’s degree is a plus

About Company
We are an Atlanta law firm dedicated to serving Georgia families with compassion and excellence. Among clients, we have proudly developed a reputation for providing the personal attention of a small firm with the collective resources and experience of a large firm. We consider it a privilege and honor to serve all who have entrusted us to represent their interests.
Crystal Wright Law focuses on family law cases. We have developed a thriving client-centered and results-focused Family Law practice! We understand the various dynamics each individual client faces, and we do not shy away from complex issues. Crystal Wright Law zealously advocates on behalf of clients in support of their short-term and long-term goals. We evaluate every option available, consult with clients to understand and solidify their goals, and prepare a legal strategy that offers hope, resolution, and restoration

• Ensure client billing is processed properly using daily time records with assistance from the accounting department
• Work with attorneys and paralegals to create various legal documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents when requested
• Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events
• Take care of administrative tasks and office correspondence by answering phone calls and emails, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and informing the team of upcoming deadlines
• Be willing to take on any other necessary administrative tasks to help the firm run smoothl