Senior Paralegal

Nissan Motor Corporation; Alabama; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Employee Lease Program

Vehicle Purchase Program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Nissan Motor Corporation seeks a Senior Paralegal in Franklin, TN to support litigation efforts in breach of warranty, lemon law and consumer matters. You will supervise outside counsel, analyze strategies, and train staff across regions.

Strong knowledge of civil procedure, evidence standards, and online legal research is essential. Ideal candidates have 5+ years as a professional litigation paralegal, a bachelor’s degree, and ABA-certified paralegal certification, with ability to collaborate

Qualifications

• Firm knowledge of state and federal judicial systems, Rules of Civil Procedure and Rules of Evidence.
• Professional Certification as a paralegal from an ABA-certified program.
• Five or more years as a professional litigation paralegal.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.
• Familiarity with online legal research tools (LexisNexis, Westlaw).
• Strong ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds and earn client trust.

Responsibilities

• Manages breach of warranty, lemon law, and consumer litigation under counsel, supervising outside counsel.
• Analyzes issues and determines defense or settlement strategy.
• Reviews pleadings and discovery and provides assistance to outside counsel.
• Provides training to national and regional consumer affairs employees.
• Acts as a knowledge resource for non-attorney staff and offers solutions to complex problems.
• Contributes to building brand value and profitable growth.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Negotiation skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline

ABA-certified paralegal certification

Tools

LexisNexis/Westlaw familiarity

PC software & litigation support systems

Job description

Location(s): Franklin, TN

Job Schedule: Full-time – Hybrid - in office Monday-Thursday

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s and Professional Certification as a paralegal from an ABA certified program.

Sponsorship: No

Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Senior Paralegal to join our team in Franklin, TN.

A Day in the Life:

• Under appropriate supervision of counsel, manages breach of warranty, lemon law, and consumer litigation and supervises outside counsel.

• Analyzes issues and determines defense or settlement strategy.

• Reviews pleadings and discovery and provides assistance and direction to outside counsel.

• Provides training to national and regional consumer affairs employees.

• Acts as a thought leader or knowledge resource for non-attorney staff, providing solutions to complex problems requiring the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.

• Contributes to building brand value and achieving enduring profitable growth.

Who We're Looking for:

Required:

• Firm knowledge of state and federal judicial system, Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules of Evidence, litigation practice and strategy.

• The ability to relate to people with different backgrounds, points of view and objectives to nurture strong working relationships, gain client’s trust and increase cooperation.

• Excellent communication, influence and negotiating skills.

• Ability to be responsive to multiple demands.

• Five or more years as professional litigation paralegal.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.

• Professional Certification as a paralegal from an ABA certified program.

• Familiarity with on-line legal research tools (e.g., LexisNexis, Westlaw) and computerized research skills.

• Thorough working knowledge of word processor, spreadsheet, other PC applications, mainframe applications and computerized case management/litigation support systems to monitor cases and produce reports.

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.

Built for Your Best:

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Nissan is committed to a drug‑free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.

Franklin Tennessee United States of America