Litigation Assistant
Morgan & Morgan, a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful, is seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to join their team in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The firm is united by one mission: For the People, with over 6,000 employees across the United States.
As a Litigation Assistant, you will be responsible for managing the law firm's day-to-day operations, including carrying out administrative services and supporting the legal team. This position's ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic workplace.
Key responsibilities include performing administrative duties such as scheduling hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics. You will also maintain pleadings and discovery indexes, organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices, and implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow. Additional tasks involve collecting, examining, and organizing evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation, drafting and proofreading correspondence and legal documents, researching regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice, managing client billing, and communicating with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions.
The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); an associate's degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree is preferred. Bilingual English and Spanish is preferred. At least 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or in a corporate legal department), legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal is required. Experience in Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation, Premises, or other injury-related practice areas is preferred. The candidate must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision. Strong written and communication skills, proficiency in calendar depositions, mediation, and hearings, applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures, and extensive computer and database expertise, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and typing no less than 35 wpm, are essential.
For full-time employees, Morgan & Morgan offers an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and paid holidays.
Joining Morgan & Morgan provides an opportunity to be part of a firm that is dedicated to protecting the rights of individuals against large corporations and insurance companies. The firm offers a dynamic and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.