Legal Assistant Jobs in Georgia

Legal Assistant jobs in Georgia are concentrated in Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta, where demand runs from entry-level litigation support to senior paralegal-track roles across criminal defense, corporate law, and personal injury practices. Large employers with lasting Georgia footprints, including Alston & Bird, King & Spalding, and the Georgia Department of Law, account for a steady share of openings year-round. The state's growing business climate keeps corporate transactional and real estate work among the most active specialties alongside family law and civil litigation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles33
Top employerMorgan & Morgan
Top cityAtlanta, GA
Cities hiring14
Work type94% On-site
Top industryInsurance

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Farmers Insurance Group
Legal Assistant - Georgia
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Legal Assistant - Georgia
Farmers Insurance Group
Georgia
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Remote (US)
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Legal Assistant
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Legal Assistant
Georgia Legal Counsel
Kennesaw, Georgia
Compliance & Legal
Legal Counsel
Paralegal & Legal Support
$14 - $16.5/hr
On-Site

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City of Atlanta
Legal Program Assistant II
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City of Atlanta
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Legal Program Assistant II
City of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$43k - $52k/yr
5,001-10,000

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The Leach Firm, P.A.
Personal Injury Legal Assistant
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Personal Injury Legal Assistant
The Leach Firm, P.A.
Atlanta, Georgia
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Human Resources
On-Site

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Morgan & Morgan
Legal Assistant
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Legal Assistant
Morgan & Morgan
Macon, Georgia
Administrative & Office Support
Compliance & Legal
Paralegal & Legal Support
Associate's degree in paralegal studies
1,001-5,000

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Legal Assistant Jobs by City in Georgia

Where Georgia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Atlanta
15 jobs
Macon
2 jobs
Decatur
2 jobs
Alpharetta
2 jobs
Douglasville
2 jobs
Duluth
1 job
Augusta
1 job
Columbus
1 job
Kennesaw
1 job

Legal Assistant Job Market in Georgia

A snapshot from current Georgia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Morgan & Morgan
Morgan & Morgan2 open roles
Emory University
Emory University2 open roles
Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP
Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Staffing & Recruiting

What Georgia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in legal assistant jobs across Georgia.

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or a related field preferred
  • Proficiency in legal research tools such as Westlaw or LexisNexis
  • Experience drafting and proofreading legal documents, briefs, and correspondence
  • Familiarity with Georgia court filing systems and e-filing procedures
  • Strong organizational skills managing case files, deadlines, and client schedules
  • Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality in compliance with Georgia State Bar guidelines

Legal Assistant Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a legal assistant in Georgia?

The most direct path is completing an associate or bachelor's degree in paralegal or legal studies from an ABA-approved program, several of which are offered by Georgia institutions including Georgia State University and Kennesaw State University. Georgia does not require a state license to work as a legal assistant, but earning a Certified Paralegal credential from the National Association of Legal Professionals strengthens your application considerably with Georgia law firms and state agencies.

Which companies hire legal assistants in Georgia?

Georgia legal assistant roles are posted by Morgan & Morgan, Emory University, and Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Atlanta's concentration of AmLaw 100 firms and the state's large public-sector legal offices in agencies like the Georgia Attorney General's office sustain consistent demand across the state.

Which Georgia cities have the most legal assistant jobs?

Atlanta, Macon, and Decatur lead Georgia for legal assistant openings. Atlanta dominates because of its dense concentration of large law firms, Fortune 500 corporate legal departments, and state government offices, while Savannah and Augusta draw steady demand from regional firms, healthcare systems, and local government legal teams serving their metro populations.

Are there remote legal assistant jobs in Georgia?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields because legal assistants frequently handle physical filings, in-person client contact, and on-site court support. About 6% of legal assistant openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the reality that most positions still require at least some courthouse or office presence. Document review, legal research, and drafting tasks are the sub-functions most likely to be offered in a remote or hybrid arrangement.

How can I get hired as a legal assistant in Georgia with little or no experience?

Starting as a legal secretary or file clerk at a mid-size Atlanta firm is the most realistic first step, since those roles convert to legal assistant positions once you demonstrate competency with case management software and court procedures. Georgia's public defender offices and legal aid organizations, including Georgia Legal Services Program, regularly bring on entry-level candidates for support roles that build courtroom and client-facing experience quickly. Earning a Certified Paralegal credential while in an entry role signals commitment and accelerates promotion.

Where can I find and apply to legal assistant jobs in Georgia?

You can find and apply to legal assistant jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings across law firms, corporate legal departments, and government offices. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your experience and preferred practice area, and apply directly to the positions that fit.

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