A boutique commercial litigation and transactional firm is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented paralegal to join our team. We value excellence, results, and professionalism in a collegial and unpretentious environment. Seeking someone proactive, organized, detail- oriented, and ability to discern when to ask questions.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in all phases of litigation, including pre-litigation tasks, discovery, trial preparation, and case management.
Draft, proofread, transmit, file, and/or serve documents with accuracy and attention to detail.
Organize, review, and analyze large volumes of documents.
Maintain a meticulous calendar and electronic case files, ensuring all deadlines are anticipated and met.
Exercise independent judgment in prioritizing tasks based on deadlines, client needs, and attorney schedules.
Communicate effectively with attorneys and clients to ensure efficient case management.
Collaborate with other paralegals and support staff
Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategy.
Utilize legal software and tools proficiently, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Westlaw, and billing software such as Clio.
Support cases in commercial litigation, construction, real estate, and/or bankruptcy (preferred but not required).
Requirements:
Previous experience working in a private law firm setting.
Recent and substantive experience with Tennessee court systems (at minimum, state and federal courts), including scheduling, electronic and manual filing, service, subpoenas, and other aspects of working with the courts.
Demonstrated experience in recording and tracking billable time and working within a billable hour structure.
Ability to work collaboratively and professionally within a small team of driven individuals.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary based on experience, with additional bonus opportunities.
Employer-sponsored health insurance program, with optional vision and dental coverage.
401(k) program with a 3% employer match.
Generous paid holiday schedule and PTO policy.
A casual dress work environment with weekly group lunches provided.
Convenient, central office location (Sidco Drive/I-65 area) with plentiful free parking.
Direct collaboration with the firm’s managing attorney and clients. Work is plentiful and varied. NO insurance defense, medical record review, or personal injury.
This is an in-office position with some flexibility for occasional work from home.
