The Junior Paralegal is responsible for managing case-related administrative functions, supporting attorneys, and ensuring a high level of client communication and satisfaction. This role serves as a key liaison between clients and the firm, maintaining organization, accuracy, and momentum across all assigned cases. The Junior Paralegal is expected to work independently, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and contribute to the overall efficiency and success of the legal team. This is an in-person role in our Midtown Atlanta office location.

• The Junior Paralegal's billable hour requirement is 1200 hours annually

• Act as case liaison between client and the firm, helping update clients on their case and relaying information from clients to the firm’s attorneys

• Accurately track time spent on each client’s case in the case management system

• Complete other tasks as requested at the direction of attorneys

• Track case milestones and deadlines and communicate clearly and effectively with clients accordingly (e.g., follow up with clients on adherence to payment plans)

• Collect and organize incoming correspondence and supporting client documents (e.g., tax transcripts, financial documents, etc.)

• Draft, review, and analyze client financial summaries to include assets, liabilities, incomes, and expenses

• Send outgoing mail, email, or faxes as required

• Calendar case deadlines in the case management system

• Close cases per firm policy and procedures

• Serve as backup to retrieve, sort, and save mail in Legal Assistant’s absence.

• A minimum of two years experience with client-facing responsibilities in a comparable professional environment

• Must have an Associate’s Degree or higher

• A paralegal certificate is preferred, but not required

• Working knowledge of financial terminology and documentation is preferred

• Proficiency in Google email, Adobe, and MS Office with expertise in Microsoft Word and Excel

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Tax, Bankruptcy, or Real Estate law firm experience is a plus

• Detail-oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment

• Proactive, can-do attitude, with great follow-through and a client-care focus

• Superior time management and organizational skills

• Ability to work and communicate effectively and efficiently with other team members

Preferred Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate

• Experience in: Tax law, Bankruptcy law, or Real estate law

• Familiarity with financial documents and terminology

What We Offer

• A team that likes to have fun through firm-sponsored activities coordinated by the firm’s social committee

• A firm that believes in charity, monthly contributions to employee-selected charities

• Competitive base compensation ($50,000 to $55,000 annual base salary)

• Additional compensation based on performance from defined incentives

• A firm with proven processes in place to support efficiency and accuracy

• On-the-job mentoring with an established career path

Generous benefits package, including:

• Accrued paid time off

• Employer-provided health insurance

• Dental and vision insurance are available

• Paid group disability and life insurance policy

• 3% 401(k) Safe Harbor firm contribution

• An annual retirement contribution from the firm’s profit-sharing plan

• Paid parking or monthly MARTA fare

Why Join Wiggam Law?

• Join one of the nation’s fastest-growing tax law firms (Law Firm 500 #4 in 2020).
• Be part of a team that helps real people overcome real tax challenges.
• Work with professionals who value accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Grow your career in an environment that rewards initiative, accountability, and innovation.