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Litigation Paralegal / Legal Assistant
Direct Hire or W2 Contract-to-Hire
Onsite in Atlanta, GA 30306
Full-time, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Hourly Pay Rate: $30.00 - $45.00 DOE
LHH Recruitment Solutions is supporting a thriving and growing law firm located in the heart of Atlanta’s historic Poncey-Highland and Virginia-Highland neighborhoods. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Paralegals, Senior Legal Assistants, or JDs who are not planning to sit for the bar and are seeking a stable, long-term role with a respected and growing firm. Because this role blends paralegal and administrative responsibilities, there is no minimum annual billing requirement.
Position Overview
This role supports active, complex litigation matters and requires strong experience in both Georgia and federal courts (PACER). The firm is open to direct-hire or contract-to-hire candidates who bring solid tenure, professionalism, and a team-oriented mindset.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage pleadings, motions, discovery, and trial materials
- Handle Georgia and federal e-filing with accuracy and efficiency
- Coordinate trial preparation, exhibits, subpoenas, and witness files
- Maintain case calendars, deadlines, and court requirements
- Communicate professionally with attorneys, courts, and internal teams
Minimum Qualifications
- Paralegal, Senior Legal Assistant, or JD (not seeking to sit for the bar)
- 3 years of experience with Georgia and federal e-filing required
- 3 years of trial preparation experience required
- Solid tenure in most recent roles
- Detail-oriented, reliable, and accustomed to fast-paced litigation work
Why This Opportunity
- Work in a highly desirable Atlanta 30306 location
- Join a stable, growing law firm with strong workflow
- Direct hire or W2 contract-to-hire
- Professional environment that values experience and commitment
- Potential to work from home 1 day/week after a successful onboarding period
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today with an updated resume.
Qualified applicants will be contacted confidentially.
Candidates with 3 years of litigation experience working in construction, real estate, IP, or labor & employment are encouraged to apply.
Contract-to-Hire Benefits:
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Direct-Hire Benefits:
Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the benefits may include PTO, medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. Additionally, you may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon company and/or individual performance.
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Salary : $30 - $45