Business Litigation Paralegal: Trial-Ready Support

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health savings account (HSA)

Life insurance coverage

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee wellbeing programs

Job summary

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. in Nashville is seeking a Business Litigation Paralegal to support a well-established global law firm on sophisticated matters.

The role offers a collaborative culture, competitive compensation, and strong benefits from day one. You will manage case files, assist with trial prep, drafting pleadings, and coordinating eDiscovery, with duties spanning from case inception through post-trial proceedings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of business litigation paralegal experience.
• Experience managing litigation matters through trial and post-trial phases.
• eDiscovery experience.
• Proficiency with Westlaw and Lexis legal research platforms.
• Experience with document management systems and litigation support software.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in all phases of business litigation from inception through trial and post-trial proceedings.
• Manage case files, document databases, and litigation materials in both electronic and physical formats.
• Coordinate document review, productions, and eDiscovery processes.
• Review and summarize documents, deposition transcripts, and discovery materials.
• Conduct legal and factual research utilizing Westlaw, Lexis, and other research resources.
• Draft pleadings, motions, notices, subpoenas, and other litigation-related documents.
• Coordinate court filings and ensure compliance with federal and state court rules.
• Prepare exhibits, trial notebooks, witness materials, and other trial support documents.
• Assist with trial preparation and attend trials as needed.
• Support post-trial motions, appeals, and related litigation activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Litigation experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis

E-Discovery tools

Litigation support software

Job description

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. in Nashville is seeking a Business Litigation Paralegal to support a well-established global law firm on sophisticated matters.

The role offers a collaborative culture, competitive compensation, and strong benefits from day one. You will manage case files, assist with trial prep, drafting pleadings, and coordinating eDiscovery, with duties spanning from case inception through post-trial proceedings.