Dynamic Litigation Assistant: Case Prep & Scheduling

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. is seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of the law firm and assist the legal team with administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The role focuses on managing calendars, filings, case files, and client communications, with opportunities to assist in discovery and pleadings. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, plus paralegal education or experience; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Bilingual English and Spanish (preferred).
• At least 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department).
• Experience in Personal Injury, WC, Premises, or other injury-related practice areas (preferred).
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage workload in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong writing and communication skills; proficient in calendar management, depositions, mediation, and hearings.
• Extensive computer and database proficiency: Word, Excel, Outlook; typing no less than 35 wpm.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties including scheduling hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents such as pleadings and contracts.
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with reports, case files, and legal advice.
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending bills, resolving billing issues with the billing attorney.
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions.
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Prioritization

Fast-paced environment

Written communication

Oral communication

Calendar management

Deposition scheduling

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Typing (≥35 wpm)

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree in paralegal studies

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. is seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of the law firm and assist the legal team with administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The role focuses on managing calendars, filings, case files, and client communications, with opportunities to assist in discovery and pleadings. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, plus paralegal education or experience; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.