Job Title: Litigation Paralegal

Location: Atlanta, GA, 30305

Salary/Payrate: Dependent on experience + bonus and AWESOME benefits!!!

Work Environment: Onsite

Term: Permanent 

Bachelor’s degree required: Preferred

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500

Billable Hours: 1400

This position is heavily focused on Tax litigation and is seeking that experience first and foremost. Advanced litigation experience will also be considered. 

Job Description:

Position Summary

Litigation Paralegal provides comprehensive legal and administrative support to attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, including pre-trial, trial, and post-trial proceedings. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced legal environment. The position may also support tax related matters, including IRS examinations and administrative appeals, as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Case & Litigation Support

• Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motions, trial preparation, and appeals
• Draft, format, proofread, and file legal documents in accordance with court rules and deadlines, including Tax Court–specific filings where applicable
• Prepare and manage discovery materials, including interrogatories, requests for production, subpoenas, and responses
• Organize, review, and summarize documents, deposition transcripts, financial records, and other case materials

Court Filings & Deadlines

• File pleadings and motions electronically via state, federal, and U.S. Tax Court e-filing systems
• Maintain litigation calendars and docket deadlines; monitor court schedules and ensure timely compliance
• Trial & Hearing Preparation
• Assist with trial and hearing preparation, including exhibit binders, witness lists, trial notebooks, and courtroom logistics
• Coordinate with court personnel, court reporters, expert witnesses, and opposing counsel

Client & Attorney Support

• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, and third parties as directed
• Maintain accurate and organized case files (electronic and physical)
• Track billable time and assist with matter administration as required

Qualifications & Experience:

Required

• Paralegal certificate from an accredited program
• Minimum of 3 years of litigation paralegal experience
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures and court rules
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and legal case management systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines

Preferred

• Experience with U.S. Tax Court or state tax tribunal proceedings
• Familiarity with tax-related litigation, financial records, and supporting documentation
• Prior experience assisting with IRS examinations, audits, or administrative appeals, including managing document production, tracking correspondence, and supporting counsel throughout the examination or appeals process, is a plus
• Experience with state and federal courts
• Knowledge of e-discovery platforms and document management systems

Competencies & Skills

• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attorneys and staff
• Professional judgment and discretion with confidential information
• Adaptability and willingness to support evolving litigation and tax matters