Ready to Make a Difference? Join Us as a Junior Paralegal at The Manely Firm!
Locations: Savannah, Georgia
Company: The Manely Firm, P.C.
Are you a detail oriented, organized, and enthusiastic paralegal seeking a vibrant and supportive work environment? Do you want to be part of a team that makes a real impact on families’ lives across the globe? If you’re looking for a role that combines stability, growth, and a touch of fun, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
About The Manely Firm, P.C.:
At The Manely Firm, P.C., we’re more than just a family law firm—we’re a global leader in delivering exceptional legal services. With a diverse, international team that speaks over a dozen languages, we operate from six beautiful locations in Georgia. Our unique approach goes beyond technical skills to include Compassion Integrity Training and Conflict Resolution, ensuring that our clients receive the best service in a caring and professional environment.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Make a Global Impact: Help families around the world while growing your career.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a fulfilling job with the stability and flexibility you need.
- Fun & Professional Culture: Thrive in a workplace where excellence meets enjoyment.
- Beautiful Locations: Choose from six stunning offices across metro Atlanta and Georgia.
Your Role:
The Junior Paralegal’s primary goal is to support our litigation team with administrative legal duties, including drafting memos, pleadings, motions, and orders, and preparing for hearings and trials, when directed, under the direction of one or more Senior Paralegals and/or Attorneys in the office. A Junior Paralegal provides quality legal services to our clients at a lower billable rate than an Attorney, and by doing so, benefits both the Firm and our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process, calendar, and file case related mail and email. Deadlines are calendared, and scheduling conflicts are identified and trial team is notified
- Prepare notices of scheduling conflicts, leaves of absence, and withdrawal notices when directed by Senior Paralegal or Attorney
- Provide general litigation support under the direction of more senior paralegals and associate attorneys
- Drafting of standard documents when directed
- Document organization and copying
- Client correspondence with opposing counsel, mediators, judges offices as directed
- Maintenance and purging of client files
- Filings of pleadings electronically and at the clerk of court
- Answer telephones; take messages
- Schedule appointments
- Create contacts and update contact information in the case management or contact management system
- Enter billable time
- Assist in preparation for meetings/ depositions/ hearings
- Assist in preparation of discovery and responses to discovery demands
- Organize and sort case information and files
- Review daily reminders
- Review daily, weekly, and upcoming monthly calendar items and prioritize work load
Qualifications:
- Completed a minimum of 2+ years of post-secondary education.
- Bachelors, 2+ years’ experience in a law firm or paralegal certification preferred, but not required.
Our Values:
- Lead with Care
- Deliver with Excellence
- Execute Strategically
- Celebrate Diversity
- Embrace Growth
Benefits Package:
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Includes medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family well-protected.
- Disability Insurance: Short-Term Disability (STD) coverage for added security in case of unexpected health issues.
- Life Insurance: Basic life insurance, with options for voluntary and supplemental coverage, including dependent life insurance for your loved ones.
- Critical Illness Protection: Insurance to support you financially in the event of a serious illness.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match to help you build a secure financial future.
- Employee Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and resources.
- Annual Retreat: Join us for our exclusive Paralegal Retreat, designed for professional development and team bonding.
- Educational Opportunities: Participate in our Bi-Weekly Lunch n’ Learn sessions, and receive paid Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and professional membership dues.
- Generous Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) for personal and vacation days, plus 10 paid holidays each year.
- Exclusive Discounts: Employee discounts on various products and services.
- Parking Benefits: Paid parking to ease your commute.
- Team Building: Engage in company-sponsored events and team-building activities for a fun and collaborative work environment.
- Prime Office Locations: Work from our conveniently located, state-of-the-art offices.
If you’re ready to dive into a role where your skills will shine and your contributions will make a difference, apply today and join our dynamic team!
The Manely Firm, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Job-related location requirement:
- Candidates must be within a 25-mile radius.
Work Location: In person
