Litigation Legal Secretary

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing. Beacon Hill Legal is seeking a Legal Secretary for a temporary-to-permanent assignment supporting our client, an Atlanta, Georgia-based government law department. Our client is seeking a Legal Secretary to provide administrative and legal support to attorneys and legal staff in a fast-paced legal environment. This is an immediate opportunity with the potential for permanent hire. The selected candidate will ideally be available to begin promptly to allow for training and knowledge transfer. Responsibilities Create and maintain matters in the legal matter management system. Track and update matter status and related records. Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, memoranda, and other legal documents. Create, update, index, and maintain electronic and physical legal files. Coordinate document management and filing activities. Answer and route incoming calls and inquiries. Schedule meetings, depositions, and conference rooms. Coordinate business travel and assist with expense-related documentation. Assist with vendor invoice processing and payment tracking. Draft letters, emails, meeting agendas, and other administrative communications. Take meeting notes as needed. Provide front desk coverage and general administrative support when required. Handle mail distribution, filing, and other office support functions. Support attorneys, paralegals, and legal operations personnel with special projects and additional assignments. Qualifications Associate degree, technical/vocational certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 5+ years of experience in a legal or professional office environment with progressively responsible administrative duties. Experience supporting attorneys, legal teams, or legal operations functions. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Strong document management, organization, and file maintenance skills. Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a professional environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Typing proficiency of 50+ words per minute preferred. Experience with legal matter management systems is a plus. Schedule Monday through Friday Standard business hours, beginning between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and ending between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Hybrid schedule with four days onsite and one day remote per week Location Downtown Atlanta, Georgia Hybrid work arrangement with the potential for five days onsite based on business needs Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Benefits Information Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. We look forward to working with you! Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM) #J-18808-Ljbffr