King & Spalding is a leading global law firm with a commitment to excellence, innovation, and the seamless delivery of legal services. We harness innovative technology and exceptional talent to meet the complex needs of our clients in a fast-paced and dynamic legal landscape.
We are seeking a Project Assistant to join the Product Liability and Mass Torts practice group in Atlanta.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Unitize large volumes of discovery matters, including renaming files per naming convention protocols
Be comfortable working independently in databases and becoming familiar with file structure and location of key documents
Assist attorneys with important administrative functions, including interacting with clients regarding outstanding invoices Work independently and with others
Follow established client and team guidelines for matter management
Keep accurate time records
Work efficiently in a heavily computer-based environment
Strong, concise oral and written communication skills
Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete tasks under strict time constraints
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree
Strong prioritization, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to exhibit good judgement
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Proficient in Adobe Acrobat Professional
OTHER:
Able to work overtime, including weekends and holidays with little to no advance notice.
The firm offers a generous total compensation package with bonuses and raises awarded in recognition of individual merit-based performance. All full-time Business Services employees may participate in King & Spalding’s comprehensive benefit program including health and wellness plan, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and a health savings account, a 401(k) plan, profit sharing plan, and a substantial Paid Time Off (PTO) program.
King & Spalding LLP (K&S) is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all state, federal, and local laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other status protected by applicable law.
We are proud of our remarkably cohesive culture, which now encompasses more than 2,500 lawyers and business professionals worldwide. We seek to attract and develop the very best talent to work with us.
King & Spalding is an international law firm that represents a broad array of clients, including half of the Fortune Global 100, with 1,300 lawyers in 26 offices in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. The firm has handled matters in over 160 countries on six continents and consistently earns recognition for the results it obtains, uncompromising commitment to quality, and dedication to understanding the business and culture of its clients. More information is available at www.kslaw.com.
