Legal Assistant- Insurance Defense

Job Description

Job Description

A well-established boutique law firm in Alpharetta is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support a busy insurance defense practice. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and enjoys managing the details that keep complex litigation matters moving forward. The firm offers a supportive culture, a flexible start time, and the opportunity to work remotely one day per week after the initial 60-day training period.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, revise, and proofread pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Draft and format discovery requests and responses while maintaining accuracy and consistency
• Organize exhibits, deposition materials, trial notebooks, and case files for hearings and trial preparation
• Electronically file documents in state, federal, and appellate courts
• Manage document production, including scanning, Bates stamping, copying, filing, and service of documents
• Maintain attorney calendars, monitor deadlines, and ensure timely completion of all assigned tasks
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors
• Provide administrative and litigation support while contributing to a collaborative team environment

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of litigation legal assistant or legal secretary experience, preferably in insurance defense or a related litigation practice
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court rules, and e-filing requirements
• Excellent typing, proofreading, grammar, and document formatting skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with NetDocuments and/or Orion is a plus