Litigation Paralegal

LHH; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal recruitment firm seeks a Litigation Paralegal to provide comprehensive litigation support in a fast-paced downtown Nashville law firm. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in a U.S. law firm environment, be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities. This full-time, onsite role offers a competitive salary ranging from $60,000 to $80,000 per year and seeks proactive legal professionals ready to excel in a boutique setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recent experience working in a U.S. law firm environment.
• Solid understanding of litigation workflows and court rules.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload with competing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end litigation and administrative support.
• Draft, proofread, format, and manage legal documents.
• Prepare and submit electronic filings in courts.
• Assist with discovery processes and monitor deadlines.
• Support billing tasks including time entries.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage deadlines

Job description

Downtown Nashville | 37201 | Fully Onsite | Full-Time

Salary: $60,000 to $80,000 DOE

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a thriving boutique civil defense law firm in the heart of downtown Nashville’s central business district to identify a talented Litigation Paralegal with blended legal administrative responsibilities. This is a fully onsite, full‑time opportunity supporting a fast‑paced, high‑volume practice. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail‑driven, and thrives in a dynamic environment while confidently supporting multiple attorneys and managing competing priorities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide end‑to‑end litigation and administrative support in civil defense matters
• Draft, proofread, format, and manage pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and litigation documents
• Prepare and submit electronic filings in state and federal courts
• Assist with discovery processes, including document review, organization, and production
• Monitor deadlines, hearings, and case milestones; maintain accurate calendars and case files
• Support billing‑related tasks, including time entries and matter organization
• Perform legal administrative functions such as professional client communication, document preparation, and coordination with courts and opposing counsel
• Collaborate closely with attorneys and internal staff to ensure workflow efficiency and accuracy

Must‑Have Qualifications

• 3+ years of recent and tenured experience working in a U.S. law firm environment
• Solid understanding of litigation workflows, court rules, and filing requirements
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high‑volume caseload with competing deadlines
• Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and exceptional attention to detail

Preferred Experience

• Background in insurance defense, medical malpractice defense, or similar civil defense practice area is highly preferred; complex commercial, healthcare liability, and labor & employment defense practice areas will also be considered
• Civil defense litigation paralegals and legal assistants with some billing experience are encouraged to apply

This role is well‑suited for proactive legal professionals who thrive in a fast‑paced boutique firm setting and take pride in delivering consistent, high‑quality support.

Pay Details

$60,000.00 to $80,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Holly Hilderhoff

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