Two Current Job Openings:

Paralegal, Education Practice Group
Office: Marietta, GA

GDCR Attorneys at Education Practice Group is seeking a Paralegal to primarily support our growing litigation and general administration practice. We are a collaborative and supportive group and firm as whole, looking for an additional team member who values those qualities and desires professional and personal growth. Position is full-time, on-site/in office. Office hours are 8:30-5, Monday-Friday.

Qualifications:

Candidate must:
• Have integrity and be committed to doing things right for clients and our firm.
• Have hands-on experience with civil litigation cases, including the filing of motions, pleadings or notices in state or federal court
• Be flexible and able to readjust priorities.
• Be highly organized and detail oriented, with a strong sense of urgency to get positive results.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to be clear, concise, grammatically correct and committed to quality review of written work product.
• Have experience in or be willing to become knowledgeable in the review, redaction and bates labeling of documents in discovery.
• Be willing to complete administrative tasks, including copying, scanning, mailing and scheduling.
• Be accustomed to using technology to maintain files, and be or become proficient in Microsoft Word, Juris, iManage, Excel, and other core legal office software programs.
• Have discipline to track and record time spent on client matters for billing purposes.
Responsibilities
• Prepare legal documents, including court pleadings, motions, orders, settlement agreements and related documents, and respond to discovery requests.
• Prepare written correspondence.
• Build and maintain effective and proactive communication with the firm’s clients, related and opposing parties, court staff, and internal team members.
• Assist in the investigation of facts in the analysis of legal disputes.
• Track and adhere to case timelines to ensure that deadlines are met, and progress is being made.
• Perform administrative duties as needed such as answering phone calls and organizing case files so all documents are readily accessible.
• Be knowledgeable of or willing to become knowledgeable about the court rules for state and federal court, including any court’s standing order.
• Support other staff members as needed to ensure all clients receive an excellent client experience.

References Required. Please send resumes to resumes@gdcrlaw.com. No phone calls please.

Benefits:

• Full-time salaried position. Salary starts at $55,000 and is set commensurate with experience.
• Eligibility for robust bonus based on individual and firm performance.
• Medical, dental & vision plan with employer contribution toward premiums.
• Retirement plan participation with employer contributions.
• Group disability and life insurance.
• Paid time off.

Paralegal, Estate and Trust Practice Group
Office: Marietta, GA

GDCR Attorneys at Law’s Trusts & Estates and Tax team is seeking a Paralegal to primarily support our growing estate and trust litigation and general administration practice. We are a collaborative and supportive group and firm as whole, looking for an additional team member who values those qualities and desires professional and personal growth. Position is full-time, on-site/in office. Office hours are 8:30-5, Monday-Friday.

Qualifications:

Candidate must:

· Have integrity and be committed to doing things right for clients and our firm.

· Have experience with probate and/or trust administration. Experience with civil litigation is a plus, but not required.

· Be able to demonstrate empathy and be adept at communicating with clients and related parties experiencing recent loss of loved ones and, in some cases, intense family conflict.

· Be comfortable supporting a busy practice with a high-volume desk, including fielding client inquiries and anticipating attorney needs.

· Be flexible and able to readjust priorities.

· Be highly organized and detail oriented, with a strong sense of urgency to get positive results.

· Have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to be clear, concise, grammatically correct and committed to quality review of written work product.

· Be willing to become knowledgeable in group’s other areas of practice, including estate planning and related real estate and business needs.

· Be willing to complete administrative tasks, including copying, scanning and scheduling.

· Be accustomed to using technology to maintain files, and be or become proficient in Microsoft Word, Juris, iManage, Excel, and other core legal office software programs.

· Have discipline to track and record time spent on client matters for billing purposes.

Responsibilities:

· Prepare legal documents, including court pleadings, motions, orders, settlement agreements and related documents, and respond to discovery requests.

· Prepare written correspondence.

· Build and maintain effective and proactive communication with the firm’s clients, related and opposing parties, court staff, and internal team members.

· Investigate facts to help in the negotiation of legal disputes.

· Build and maintain case timelines to ensure that deadlines are met and progress is being made.

· Calculate Executor and Trustee compensation.

· Calculate court fees and follow internal procedures for payment.

· Perform administrative duties such as answering phone calls and organizing case files so all documents are readily accessible.

· Perform legal research as needed to complete tasks in accordance with the law.

· Support other staff members as needed to ensure all clients receive an excellent client experience.


References Required. Please send resumes to resumes@gdcrlaw.com. No phone calls please.

Benefits:

· Full-time salaried position. Salary starts at $55,000 and is set commensurate with experience.

· Eligibility for robust bonus based on individual and firm performance.

· Medical, dental & vision plan with employer contribution toward premiums.

· Retirement plan participation with employer contributions.

· Group disability and life insurance.

· Paid time off.