Job Summary

A respected law firm in Nashville is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant or Paralegal to support attorneys handling employment-related defense litigation matters before administrative agencies and in state and federal courts. This hybrid opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong background supporting defense litigation teams. The successful candidate will play a critical role in case management, litigation support, document preparation, and client service while collaborating closely with attorneys and legal staff.

Key Responsibilities

Support attorneys throughout all phases of defense litigation, including discovery, hearings, arbitrations, mediations, depositions, and trial preparation. Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and client communications while coordinating with courts, opposing counsel, vendors, and other external parties. Prepare, format, proofread, and e-file legal documents with various state and federal courts. Assist with document review, production, Bates numbering, redactions, and case file organization. Coordinate meeting arrangements and litigation-related events, oversee conflict checks and client intake processes, maintain physical and electronic case files, and provide administrative and litigation support to ensure matters are handled efficiently and accurately.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum 4 years of defense litigation experience
• Experience supporting litigation matters in state and federal courts
• Knowledge of discovery processes, trial preparation, hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions
• Experience with e-filing, Bates numbering, document redaction, and document production
• Typing speed of at least 65 WPM
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Strong proofreading, writing, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced legal environment
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and professional judgment
• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, clients, and support staff

Preferred Qualifications

• Employment defense litigation experience
• Labor & Employment law experience
• Insurance defense litigation background
• Experience with electronic document management systems
• Time entry and billing software experience
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $65,000 to $75,000 per year
• Full-time, direct hire opportunity
• Hybrid work schedule with 2-3 remote days per week
• Monday-Friday schedule, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• Collaborative and professional legal environment
• Opportunity to support sophisticated employment defense litigation matters
• Long-term career growth potential

Important Note

Candidates without defense litigation experience will not be considered.

Interested candidates are encouraged to send their resume to jalejo@appleone.com or connect with me directly on LinkedIn.