576 Legal Support Specialist jobs in the United States

Job Description

Job Title:  Legal Support Team Specialist

Location:  Atlanta, GA 30363

Salary/Payrate: - $75-90K and AWESOME benefits!

Work Environment:  - 100% onsite for first 90 days then eligible for 1-day WFH.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

HOURS:  Full-time; M-F 10:00-6:30 (1-hour lunch); overtime required

Term:  Permanent / Fulltime

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired

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Am Law 200 law firm is seeking a Legal Support Team Specialist responsible for assisting and supporting attorneys and paralegals through the performance of complete administrative and clerical duties. This position requires prior experience as a legal assistant, preferably in litigation, in a law firm or similar setting. Must have strong organizational skills, requiring excellent clerical skills and knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Shall be proficient in the use of word processing and other automated equipment, Microsoft Office Suite and other software packages. The specific requirements for this position include but are not limited to those outlined below.

Overall Responsibilities

Primary duties will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide legal, word processing, and administrative support to attorneys and paralegals
• Provide physical floater coverage to legal assistants as assigned
• Schedule and organize activities such as meetings, travel, and conferences for attorneys
• Maintain and update all filing, including organizing and maintaining attorneys’ case files
• Prepare monthly client billing for transmittal to clients according to Firm guidelines (including review for edits/corrections)
• Prepare reimbursement and marketing expense reports; track reimbursements for receipt of payment
• Maintain personal correspondence, reading files, billing letters, expense reports, time entry files
• Enter timesheets into CMS database for attorneys
• Open new client/matter files per Firm procedures
• Ability to work with attorney calendars and contacts when requested
• Performs any other duties that may be assigned with regard to this position
• Competency with the following software:
• Word 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Styles, Table of Authorities and Table of Contents
• Kofax PDF (converting/formatting documents from PDF to Word and bookmarking, redacting, bookmarking, highlighting, etc. within PDF)
• NetDocs or an understanding of a document management system
• Litera or an understanding of redlining documents and tracking changes

Required skills

• Excellent office coordination and organizational skills
• Exceptional word processing skills
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communications skills, as well as tact and diplomacy sufficient to gain the respect of attorneys and employees
• Professional demeanor and customer service orientated
• Strong ability to perceive and analyze problems, as well as develop, recommend and implement practical solutions
• Quality control and detail oriented
• Proficiency in navigating through entire Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients

Arnall Golden Gregory LLP is seeking a Litigation Support Project Manager to join our Washington, DC office. This role is ideal for a highly organized legal professional who enjoys managing complex litigation matters and collaborating across departments. This role will be responsible for managing discovery workflows, coordinating client intake and project staffing, overseeing billing processes, and maintaining direct communication with clients. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and experienced in the full life cycle of complex litigation. Candidates should have at least five years of experience in litigation support or case coordination, strong communication skills, and a solid understanding of litigation procedures.

Position Reports to: Litigation Practice Group Leaders, Matt Lavin

Overall Responsibilities:

Primary duties will include, but are not limited, to the following:

• Manage discovery workflows across a variety of litigation matters, ensuring timely and accurate execution of document review, production, and related processes.
• Coordinate staffing needs for project teams, including internal resources and external vendors, to support case strategy and deadlines.
• Oversee billing processes related to litigation support, including tracking time, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with court guidelines.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients on client intake/litigation support matters, maintaining clear and professional communication throughout the lifecycle of each case.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative teams to streamline litigation support operations and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Maintain documentation and reporting for active matters, including timelines, task lists, and status updates.

• Other duties/tasks as assigned

• Minimum 5 years of experience in litigation support, case coordination, or legal project management within a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures, including discovery and e-discovery management, trial preparation, and client communication.
• Ability to work independently, be a self-starter and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• Basic data analytics skills and experience using Excel
• Prior experience with multi-district litigation strongly preferred
• Proficient with Relativity database.

• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office Suite and Adobe software programs.

• Indoor offices with controlled temperatures with limited exposure to noise, dust, chemicals.
• Mobility within the office including movement from floor to floor.
• May sit for long periods of time.
• Crouching, kneeling standing, walking, pushing pulling and lifting occasionally
• Operating a personal computer, telephone, voicemail and other office equipment on a regular basis.
• Must be able to express and exchange ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Must have the ability to convey detailed information in a clear and concise manner through spoken word.
• Must demonstrate good problem-solving skills.

• Conducting in-depth financial investigations into fraud, asset misappropriation, and financial misconduct.
• Analyzing financial records, transaction histories, and accounting systems to identify anomalies and red flags.
• Quantifying financial damages in litigation cases, including economic damages, business interruption claims, and valuation disputes.
• Preparing detailed forensic accounting reports, findings, and summaries suitable for legal presentation.
• Assisting legal counsel in discovery, deposition preparation, and trial testimony.
• Developing and implementing data analysis techniques to identify patterns and insights in large datasets.
• Collaborating with internal legal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality and ethical standards throughout investigations.
• Staying current with forensic accounting techniques, relevant laws, and regulations.
• Reconstructing financial records when necessary.