What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Assistant position at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough?
Are you a recent college graduate considering law school and eager to gain hands-on experience at a Am100 law firm? Nelson Mullins' Atlanta office is seeking a motivated and dedicated Project Assistant to join our dynamic litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable insight into the legal field and work alongside experienced professionals.
Working closely with litigation paralegals and attorneys, you will support case strategy execution and day-to-day litigation activities. Responsibilities include assisting with the development and implementation of litigation strategies, preparing charts, summaries, and other key deliverables, and conducting basic legal and factual research with corresponding data compilation. You will utilize electronic litigation databases and related technology to support efficient case management, maintain accurate data entry and tracking, and ensure documents and case files are well-organized, up to date, and properly monitored throughout the litigation lifecycle.
Whether working independently or in a team environment, you always stay organized and meet deadlines. You’re a communication pro and recognize the importance of strong verbal and written communication to a busy team’s success. You demonstrate close attention to detail and provide an accurate, neat and thorough work product, all while maintaining the ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities. You're knowledgeable of relevant software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
Working closely with litigation paralegals and attorneys, you will support case strategy execution and day-to-day litigation activities. Responsibilities include assisting with the development and implementation of litigation strategies, preparing charts, summaries, and other key deliverables, and conducting basic legal and factual research with corresponding data compilation. You will utilize electronic litigation databases and related technology to support efficient case management, maintain accurate data entry and tracking, and ensure documents and case files are well-organized, up to date, and properly monitored throughout the litigation lifecycle.
Whether working independently or in a team environment, you always stay organized and meet deadlines. You’re a communication pro and recognize the importance of strong verbal and written communication to a busy team’s success. You demonstrate close attention to detail and provide an accurate, neat and thorough work product, all while maintaining the ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities. You're knowledgeable of relevant software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
- An interest in working for 2 years prior to pursuing further education is recommended.