Legal Assistant

O'Hagan Meyer•Sandy Springs, GA

7h•Hybrid

About The Position

O’Hagan Meyer is looking for an organized and professional Legal Assistant to join our law firm. This individual will provide vital assistance to a team of attorneys by handling case-related tasks, preparing a variety of legal documentation, and managing case files. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proficient in legal terminology, and understands the electronic filing procedures in State and Federal Courts. This will be full-time, in-office position with the possibility of transitioning into a hybrid work week.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience.
5+ years of prior work experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or related role in litigation.
Prior experience in ERISA defense litigation
Strong knowledge of State and Federal court rules and procedures.
Advanced Word skills, including creating tables, bookmarking, and styling documents.
Strong proofreading and editing abilities, with a focus on accuracy and grammar.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with attorneys and co-workers.
Class Action and trial experience is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, Odyssey, Pacer and ECF Filing Systems.
Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
Ability to work independently but also as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Previous iManage experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys, managing heavy and complex caseloads.
Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence in compliance with applicable court rules.
Prepare court filings for state, federal and appellate courts, including electronic and traditional filings.
Coordinate travel arrangements. Prepare, submit, and track travel and expense reimbursements.
Assist with discovery and trial support, including document production, exhibit preparation, and court filings. Support scanning, photocopying, and binder preparation as needed.
Create and maintain filing systems and databases in compliance with office policies to ensure accurate and efficient data retrieval.
Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, including deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates
Maintain attorney schedules and calendars
Perform other duties as assigned