Legal Secretary (Defense Litigation)- 3703274

Job Title: Legal Secretary (Defense Litigation)

Location: Atlanta, GA 30363

Payrate: $40-45/hr (W2), depending on experience

Hours: 8:00AM–5:00PM

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Term: 12 Week Contract

Parking: Paid by the firm

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

A busy, well-established litigation defense firm is seeking an
experienced Legal Secretary to support a high-performing group of
attorneys. This is a fast-paced office with a heavy litigation
workload and a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in structured but
high-volume settings, can manage multiple priorities, and enjoys
being a true right-hand to attorneys.

What You’ll Be Doing

* Provide full administrative and legal support to up to 5
attorneys
* Manage complex calendars, deadlines, and scheduling
* Handle state and federal e-filing
* Draft, revise, and proofread legal documents and correspondence
* Coordinate depositions, meetings, and travel as needed
* Maintain organized electronic files and case materials
* Assist with time entry and billing coordination (centralized
support in place)
* Communicate with clients, courts, and internal teams
* Support docketing and litigation workflows

What We’re Looking For

* 3+ years of legal secretary experience, with strong litigation
exposure
* Proficiency with e-filing in state and federal courts
* Strong typing and document formatting skills (65+ WPM
preferred)
* Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple attorneys
and deadlines
* Comfortable working in a high-volume, deadline-driven
environment
* Professional, adaptable, and able to work with a variety of
personalities
* Strong communication and proofreading skills
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)