McMichael Taylor Gray is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant for our Peachtree Corners, GA office. The appropriate candidate will be providing a broad spectrum of legal services while working directly under our Litigation Manager. Must be comfortable handling legal documents, have high-level organizational skills and communication skills, have a basic understanding of the law, and be comfortable with client interaction. Prior related experience in legal research, documentation, or litigation a must! Notaries are preferred.

Salary is commensurate with experiences and we offer a competitive benefits package.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing administrative support to lawyers in the office and enhancing overall office effectiveness
• Handling communication between clients, witnesses, and others
• Administratively supporting trials
• Locating and developing information relevant to cases
• Typing up and filing routine correspondence and legal documents
• Answering and directing phone calls
• Maintaining contact lists
• Monitoring schedules and calendars, remaining cognizant of upcoming deadlines
• Handling incoming mail and route to the appropriate personnel
• Scheduling meetings, take notes during the meeting, and create digital documents related to the event
• Assist with maintaining office resources and maintain office equipment, records, supplies, and other key needs

Skills and Abilities:

• Proven work record and experience as a legal secretary or legal administrative assistant
• Familiar with the court system, litigation documents, procedures, and protocols, and the law specific to the firm's specialty
• Broad knowledge of how a legal office runs on a day-to-day basis
• Proficiency with Microsoft Products including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
• General understanding and knowledge of the firm's case management software (i.e. Case Aware, Perfect Practice, BKFS, Tempo, Legal Tracker)
• High-level organizational and secretarial skills
• Ability to work under pressure and multitask effectively
• High school diploma; Legal Assistant certification or bachelor's degree preferred; Notary preferred

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• General high-volume, fast-paced work environment
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at
• Occasional overtime may be required

ABOUT MCMICHAEL TAYLOR GRAY, LLC

McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC (“MTG”) is a full-service default and creditors’ rights law firm delivering quality, cost-effective legal services for financial institutions throughout most of the Eastern United States. The founding partners of MTG established a forward-thinking, client focused law firm, centered on an unwavering commitment to the following core values:

• Excellence
• Integrity
• Honesty
• Respect

A successful candidate must pass a background check and be able to provide two professional references. All candidates will be subject to pre-employment screens and confirmation of eligibility to work in the United States. Candidates may also be subject to criminal and/or credit history checks and reference checks depending on the nature of the position for which they are applying. Consideration for employment with McMichael Taylor Gray LLC is conditional upon successful completion of these required standards.

McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.