Legal Staff Paralegal in Memphis, TN

Law Firm

Memphis, TN

Legal Staff Paralegal in Memphis, TN

Legal Staff

No

Job Title: Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Job Responsibilities:
- Draft simple pleadings including Complaints, Petitions, Motions, Subpoenas, Summons, Notices, and Discovery.
- Draft simple letters to clients, opposing counsel, and mediation participants.
- Schedule all consultations and mediations.
- Maintain attorney calendars and schedule appointments.
- Electronically file pleadings in Courts in Tennessee, Tennessee Court of Appeals, and Mississippi.
- Schedule Court Reporters for hearings and/or depositions.
- Handle payments and assist with billing procedures including collecting accounts receivable.
- Perform other miscellaneous administrative tasks.

Education and Experience Information:
- Prior legal experience is required.
- Family law experience is preferred but not mandatory.
- General computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel are necessary.
- High attention to detail is essential.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills are required.
- Personal accountability, tenacity, and follow-through are important.
- A team-oriented and positive personality is desired.
- Professional oral and written communication skills are necessary.

Salary Information:
- Pay starts from $45, per year.

Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance

Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location:
- In person