Legal Assistant (2+ years Experience)

• ****RECRUITERS: At this time, we are accepting direct applicants only and kindly ask recruiters not to contact us.***** The Tallant Howell Law Firm, located in downtown Cumming, is seeking a professional and experienced, full-time legal assistant to join the firm. Tallant Howell practices Civil Litigation, Probate Litigation, Wills, Trusts and Estates Planning, Local Government and Corporate Business Representation. The ideal candidate will provide legal services and ensure effective and independent case management. This individual will communicate frequently with clients and attorneys to meet the needs of the case. Compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits offered. • *Qualifications Include:** • Must have 2+ years of proven experience as a legal assistant. • Knowledge of law, legal procedures and protocols. • Probate and Civil Litigation experience is a plus. • Excellent written and oral communication skills. • Attention to detail. • Ability to understand importance of tight deadlines. • Strong organizational and time management skills. • Proficient computer skills including but not limited to: Microsoft suite including word, outlook, excel, power point Adobe Acrobat Pro • Knowledge of e-filing with Odyssey, PeachCourt and File & Serve Express. • Clio software is a plus. • College education is a plus. • *Day to Day Responsibilities:** • Administrative support to partner and associate level attorneys. • Responsible for keeping calendars, schedule meetings, conferences, mediations and depositions (both in person and virtually). • Open new matters in matter management software. • Manage and help prepare legal documents, maintain files and pleadings. • Communicate with clients, court clerks, judge offices and other government agencies. • Make and receive phone calls. • Maintain physical files as needed. • Assist with other duties and special projects as needed. • This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. Tallant Howell is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping or disability.* Job Type: Full-time Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year Benefits • 401(k) • Free parking • Health insurance • Opportunities for advancement • Paid time off • Work from home Application Question(s) • Do you have more than two years of experience as a legal assistant? Ability to Commute • Cumming, GA 30040 (Required) Work Location: In person