Overview
Stern Edlin Graham, P.C. is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Family Law Legal Assistant to join our team. Our firm is known for handling complex divorce and custody matters with professionalism, creativity, and tenacity. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment, values accuracy and responsiveness, and wants to grow with a respected family law firm.
The Legal Assistant will support attorneys and paralegals in the administration and management of family law matters, including maintaining case files, monitoring deadlines, preparing and filing routine court documents, and communicating with clients, court staff, and opposing counsel as appropriate. The firm offers training and development opportunities for enthusiastic team members who are eager to learn and grow.
Responsibilities:
· Manage and maintain a large volume of active client files.
· Review dockets, pleadings, motions, notices, and other court filings for deadlines and case updates.
· Maintain calendars for court deadlines, hearings, mediations, depositions, and internal case-management tasks.
· Prepare, organize, and electronically file routine pleadings, motions, notices, and related documents.
· Maintain client files and court documents in the firm’s case-management system.
· Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, vendors, and other third parties as needed.
· Assist attorneys and paralegals with administrative and case-management tasks.
· Support document management, correspondence, and follow-up tasks to ensure timely client service.
Qualifications:
· 1–2 years of legal experience preferred; family law experience is a plus.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
· Experience with electronic filing systems and legal case-management software preferred.
· Strong time-management and communication skills.
· Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Skills
· Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
· Professional verbal and written communication skills.
· Excellent interpersonal and client service skills.
· Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and sound judgement.
· Familiarity with legal terminology, pleadings, court procedures, and litigation deadlines.
· Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
· Dependable, proactive, and collaborative approach to work.
Physical Requirements
· May require occasional lifting of files or equipment up to 15 pounds.
Starting Salary
· $55,000+ commensurate with experience
Benefits
· Medical insurance, including health, vision, and dental.
· 401(k) with Employer Profit Sharing.
· Paid Time Off.
· Paid Holidays.
· Parental Leave.
· Annual Performance Reviews.
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Why are you the best candidate for this role?
Experience:
- Family law: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Atlanta, GA 30339
