Legal Assistant Paralegal

About the Role

A small, established plaintiff-side personal injury law firm in Sandy Springs is seeking a Paralegal / Legal Assistant to join its two-attorney team. This boutique practice focuses on quality over volume, taking a thoughtful, hands-on approach to cases to achieve meaningful results for clients. The firm is open to an experienced legal professional or someone earlier in their career who has the work ethic, communication skills, and willingness to learn. For the right person, the attorneys are happy to provide training and an opportunity to grow into the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle new client intake and maintain ongoing communication with clients
• Gather police reports, medical records, open records requests, and other case-related documents
• Prepare medical chronologies and deposition summaries
• Assist with answering and summarizing discovery responses
• Organize and maintain case files and supporting documentation
• Assist with preparing demand letters and settlement packages
• Schedule depositions and coordinate case-related deadlines
• Prepare settlement statements and related documents
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation and provide trial support as needed
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, opposing counsel, and other parties throughout the life of a case

Qualifications

• Prior legal experience is helpful, particularly in personal injury or litigation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organization and attention to detail
• Dependable, proactive, and willing to take ownership of responsibilities
• Comfortable working directly with clients and handling sensitive information
• Strong work ethic and genuine willingness to learn
• Ability to work fully onsite in Sandy Springs