Practice Assistant

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, LLP • Atlanta, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Nelson Mullins' Atlanta office is seeking a motivated and dedicated Practice Assistant to join our dynamic litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate (2 or 4-year) considering law school to gain hands-on experience and valuable insight into the legal field while working alongside experienced professionals.

Requirements

• Ability to stay organized and meet deadlines, whether working independently or in a team environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Close attention to detail and ability to provide an accurate, neat, and thorough work product
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Knowledgeable of relevant software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to learn new software and operating systems

Nice To Haves

• Recent college graduate (2 or 4-year) considering law school
• An interest in working for 2 years prior to pursuing further education

Responsibilities

• Implementing litigation strategies and creating charts/deliverables summarizing same
• Performing basic research and compiling of data
• Using electronic litigation databases and other technology proficiently to streamline case management
• Entering and tracking data
• Organizing documents and monitoring files
• Performing non-legal research using various research tools, including the Internet, Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER and other court-related websites for case law, statutes, articles, books, etc.
• Assisting with special projects

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree