German Speaking Legal Assistant

About the Position

German Speaking Legal Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated German Speaking Legal Assistant to join our international law firm in Atlanta, GA. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Creates, transcribes, revises, and maintains legal documents and correspondence.
• Screens telephone calls, serves as liaison between attorneys and others, providing professional and courteous customer service.
• Opens, stamps, and sorts mail, and notes dates for calendar.
• Retrieves files and documents.
• Enters attorney time into the time system.
• Handles administrative matters for attorneys/paralegals/supervisors, ensuring compliance with firm procedures.
• Copies documents and/or coordinates office assistance with administrative and clerical functions.
• Files all materials and documents promptly, boxing and closing of files as needed.
• Maintains filing system, contact list, and calendar.
• Coordinates attorneys' schedules and makes travel arrangements.
• Prepares expense reports and completes other administrative forms.
• Schedules appointments and coordinates necessary resources such as conference rooms, with vendors, office services, and other departments.
• Prepares and assembles error-free final documents and ensures timely delivery to all recipients.
• Assists with internal meetings and meetings with clients, guests, and others.
• Finds factual information on the Internet as directed.
• Provides assistance to others in the office whenever requested, promoting teamwork and mutual cooperation among all staff members.
• Performs other duties or special projects as requested or assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Three to five years of legal support experience, preferably in a law firm.
• Fluency in German (native or near-native proficiency strongly preferred).
• Strong proficiency in oral and written German with the ability to perform accurate dictation.

Skills

• Ability to type at least 70 wpm without error.
• High level of proficiency in MS Office and iManage.
• Knowledge of relevant legal terminology.
• Knowledge of the procedures for establishing and maintaining legal and other records and files.
• Ability to gain confidence and trust of attorneys and staff and work well with others.
• Strong grammar, excellent proofreading skills, and attention to detail.
• Requires strong multitasking skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Professional demeanor and detail-oriented.

We Offer

• Competitive salary: $75,000 – $90,000 / year.
• Full-time employment.
• Opportunities at external client companies.
• Excellent benefits package.

About the Company

Join our international law firm in Atlanta and become part of our dynamic German Corporate Practice Group. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where you can grow your career and make a meaningful impact.

TO ALL APPLICANTS

Thank you very much for your interest. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are not able to answer each applicant individually. If we find that your skills meet our specific business needs, we will contact you. Thank you for your understanding.

Apply to this position
Apply using Indeed
Apply using LinkedIn