Legal Assistant

We are looking for a Legal Assistant to support a non-profit organization in Stone Mountain, Georgia with a wide range of legal and administrative activities. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who can manage documentation, coordinate case-related tasks, and help keep legal matters organized in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings experience in civil litigation and employment law, along with the ability to communicate clearly and handle sensitive information with care.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, organize, and maintain legal files, correspondence, and supporting documentation for active matters.
• Assist with case coordination by tracking deadlines, scheduling meetings, and ensuring timely follow-up on legal tasks.
• Draft and format routine legal documents, letters, and reports for attorney review.
• Support civil litigation activities by gathering records, organizing evidence, and helping manage court-related materials.
• Provide administrative assistance for employment law matters, including document collection and case file maintenance.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders, outside counsel, courts, and relevant agencies in a thorough and organized manner.
• Conduct basic legal and factual research to support ongoing matters and case preparation.
• Help monitor legal workflows and update tracking systems to maintain accurate status records.
• Experience working as a Legal Assistant in a detail-oriented legal or corporate environment.
• Working knowledge of civil litigation processes and legal documentation.
• Familiarity with employment law matters and related administrative support activities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in preparing, formatting, and maintaining legal records and correspondence.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.