Paralegal/Executive Assistant

Are you ready to be the linchpin in a dynamic legal team, bridging the gap between executive needs and legal expertise?

Do you thrive in high-paced environments, where your skills in organization and legal strategy set the stage for success?

Can you seamlessly blend paralegal duties with executive assistant responsibilities, ensuring smooth operations and unparalleled support?

Is your approach to legal challenges driven by resilience and meticulous attention to detail, even under the pressure of tight deadlines?

Final question: When faced with a challenge, do you get excited or run away?

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Southworth PC, based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations extending to Washington, D.C., is a pioneering law firm specializing in Federal Employment Law. Our mission is to shine the light of truth on injustices faced by federal employees, advocating for integrity and respect in every employment situation. We offer representation coast-to-coast and worldwide, ensuring federal employees have access to dedicated legal support.

Our practice areas include the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), and the Office of Special Counsel for Whistleblower Protection. With over 25 years of experience and more than 300 successful cases, Southworth PC prides itself on being client-focused, results-driven, and compassion-minded. We utilize our extensive knowledge of employment law defense to effectively advocate for our clients against the significant resources of federal agencies.

The Executive Paralegal/Executive Assistant role at Southworth PC is a critical position that bridges high-level legal work and executive support. This dual role is designed to ensure continuity, precision, and momentum across both legal matters and day-to-day operations. You will play a key role in managing complex legal workflows, client communications, and executive priorities, directly contributing to operational stability, client outcomes, and the firm’s ability to function at a high level during an important period of growth and evolution

What you’ll do:

• Legal Research and Writing: Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft necessary documents including motions and appeals.
• Document Preparation: Prepare, proof, and file legal documents, utilizing platforms such as the EEO and MSPB portals.
• Caseload Management: Support an active legal caseload by tracking deadlines, coordinating filings, and ensuring client communications are handled accurately, professionally, and on time.
• Executive Support: Own executive inbox and calendar management, proactively prioritizing requests, anticipating needs, coordinating travel and meetings, and ensuring high-priority items are followed through to completion.
• Client Communication: Manage and coordinate client communications related to active matters, ensuring timely, accurate, and professional follow-through in alignment with attorney guidance.
• Operational Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams to maintain efficient legal and operational workflows, helping translate priorities into action in a fast-moving environment.

What we’re looking for:

• Legal Experience: High-level paralegal experience with proven ability in legal research, writing, and litigation support.
• Executive Support Skills: Expertise in managing high-volume inboxes and calendars for senior executives.
• Communication Skills: Strong, professional communication and coordination abilities with clients and internal teams.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with e-filing systems and legal document management tools such as MyCase and Dropbox.
• Detail Orientation: High degree of attention to detail and organizational skills, necessary for managing multifaceted responsibilities.
• Resilience and Flexibility: Able to manage shifting priorities, handle time-sensitive work, and engage confidently and professionally in direct, outcome-focused discussions
• Judgment & Follow-Through: Comfortable managing priorities proactively, including flagging issues, recommending next steps, and ensuring commitments are executed.
• Proactivity & Ownership: Proactively flags issues, recommends next steps, and ensures commitments are followed through to completion.

Why you should work here:

• Growth Opportunity: Be part of a firm during a pivotal transition, directly influencing operational success.
• Direct Impact: Work closely with leadership, enabling significant influence over organizational processes.
• Remote Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom of 100% remote work, enhancing work-life balance.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a dedicated team focused on meaningful work and a client-first approach.

Join Southworth PC and be a key player in our innovative legal practice. This role is more than a position; it's an opportunity to shape the future of our firm, supporting the mission to advocate for federal employees while honing your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. We invite passionate and skilled professionals to apply and be part of a firm committed to excellence and integrity.