Litigation Legal Assistant

Jobot; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness program

Free parking

401(k) plan

Job summary

Jobot in Nashville seeks an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support the Nashville litigation team with paralegal and administrative duties. This full-time, on-site role blends drafting, filings, trial prep, scheduling, and billing to ensure efficient case management.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience as a legal secretary, administrative assistant, or paralegal, plus strong communication and organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience as a legal secretary, administrative assistant, and/or paralegal
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Bachelor's degree preferred, or a combination of related experience and a two-year paralegal degree (a paralegal certification with related experience also meets minimum requirements)

Responsibilities

• File in state and federal courts, including CM/ECF
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, notices, and subpoenas
• Prioritize and manage workload independently, taking initiative on projects and anticipating attorney needs
• Conduct document searches and factual research
• Prepare witness and matter materials for attorney review
• Organize exhibits, files, and supporting documents for trial
• Search, retrieve, and enter data in firm databases
• Manage check requests and travel reimbursements through workflow technology
• Handle attorney scheduling
• Manage the pre-bill and billing statement process in collaboration with a global support team
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Practice Support

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant

$70000 - $90000 per year | Nashville, TN | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

Our client is a nationally recognized AmLaw 200 firm with a strong presence in Nashville and offices across the U.S. The firm's culture is built on inclusivity, collaboration, and partnership, and its people take real pride in delivering efficient, high-quality service to clients. It's an environment where staff are genuinely appreciated and valued. The firm invests in its team through in-house training and development and offers a comprehensive benefits package with a strong focus on health, wellness, and work-life support.

Why join us?

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with a wellness component
• Free telehealth coverage
• Mental health counseling through an Employee Assistance Program
• Gym membership discounts
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Free parking
• 401(k) and profit sharing (after eligibility requirements are met)
• Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
• In-house training and professional development

Job Details

Our client is a nationally recognized AmLaw 200 firm with a strong presence in Nashville and offices across the U.S. The firm's culture is built on inclusivity, collaboration, and partnership, and its people take real pride in delivering efficient, high-quality service to clients. It's an environment where staff are genuinely appreciated and valued. The firm invests in its team through in-house training and development and offers a comprehensive benefits package with a strong focus on health, wellness, and work-life support.

About the Position

The firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support its Nashville litigation team. This is a role that blends substantive paralegal work (drafting, filings, trial prep) with administrative support (scheduling, billing, expense management). It's well suited to a legal secretary, legal assistant, or paralegal who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and wants to grow within a larger, well-resourced firm. This is a fully in-office position.

Key Responsibilities

• File in both state and federal courts, including CM/ECF
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, notices, and subpoenas
• Prioritize and manage workload independently, taking initiative on projects and anticipating attorney needs
• Conduct document searches and factual research
• Prepare witness and matter materials for attorney review
• Organize exhibits, files, and supporting documents for trial
• Search, retrieve, and enter data in firm databases
• Manage check requests and travel reimbursements through workflow technology
• Handle attorney scheduling
• Manage the pre-bill and billing statement process in collaboration with a global support team
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Practice Support

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience as a legal secretary, administrative assistant, and/or paralegal
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• High degree of professionalism and sound judgment when interacting with clients
• Team-first mindset, with an emphasis on cooperation within and across teams
• Bachelor's degree preferred, or a combination of related experience and a two-year paralegal degree (a paralegal certification with related experience also meets minimum requirements)

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