Legal Staff Paralegal in Knoxville, TN

Law Firm

Knoxville, TN

Legal Staff Paralegal in Knoxville, TN

Legal Staff

No

Salary Information:
- The salary for this position is competitive and will be based on experience and qualifications.
- Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) options are available.

Job Title:
- Legal Assistant – Demands Specialist

Experience Information:
- Entry-level position, but previous experience in a legal or writing field is preferred.

Requirements:
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite Applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Teams.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities:
- Provide support to Civil Attorneys and Paralegals in drafting and managing demand letters.
- Draft clear, accurate, and persuasive demand letters based on case facts, client documentation, and legal standards.
- Gather and review necessary documentation to support demand letter preparation.
- Utilize Filevine to track demand letter status and monitor responses from opposing parties.
- Collaborate with attorneys to adjust and resubmit demand letters as needed.
- Organize and assemble initial client documents for new client files.

Work Experience:
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite Applications.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Proven experience in writing compelling documentation is preferred.
- Experience with case file management systems and lead generation systems is a plus.
- Experience in customer service and handling escalated issues is preferred.

Education / Certifications / Success Traits:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is preferred.
- Ability to take responsibility for work and firm performance.
- Focus on understanding client needs and exceeding expectations.
- Ability to adapt to different situations and handle pressure effectively.
- Proactive and action-oriented attitude.

Success Measures / KPIs:
- Ensures timely and successful approval of a specified number of demand letters per month.
- Ensures timely processing of Filevine task assignments and submission for demand reviews.

Law Firm – Civil Legal Assistant – Demand Specialist
H1: Legal Assistant – Demands Specialist
H2: Job Description

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- Entry-level position with the Garza Law Firm's Civil Division.
- Support role for Civil Paralegals in drafting demand letters for civil cases.
- Must have proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite Applications and strong communication and organizational skills.
- Previous experience in writing or legal fields preferred.
- Full benefits package available.