Estate Planning and Administration Hybrid Paralegal/ Legal Assistant Position Available In Knox, Tennessee

Estate Planning and Administration Hybrid Paralegal/ Legal Assistant Hodges, Doughty & Carson, PLLC Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time $41,316.49•$49,757.50 a year 1 day ago Benefits Free parking Profit sharing Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Microsoft Word Teamwork Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Trial preparation Multitasking Interpersonal skills Filing court documents Handling customer inquiries Mid-level Legal administrative experience Discovery preparation Case management Attention to detail Probate process support Pleading drafting Court hearing scheduling Paralegal experience Estate planning Communication skills Legal assistant experience Full Job Description L egal Assistant / Paralegal•

Estate Planning & Administration Location:

Knoxville, Tennessee (In-Office)

Schedule:

Monday•Friday, 8:30 AM•5:00

PM Website:

www.hdclaw.com

About Us:

Hodges, Doughty & Carson, PLLC has proudly served the Knoxville and surrounding communities for over 90 years. As one of the region’s most respected law firms, we are committed to excellence, teamwork, and creating a positive and inclusive work environment. Our long-standing team of professionals reflects our values of integrity, client service, and collaboration — and we’re looking for a dedicated new team member to join us.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Legal Assistant or Paralegal with experience in Estate Planning and Estate Administration. This individual will play an integral role in supporting our Estate planning attorney through all phases of estate matters and must be highly organized, proactive, and client-service oriented.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with preparation and filing of estate planning documents and probate filings Conduct client intake and manage follow-up communications Schedule meetings, manage attorney calendars, and track deadlines Organize and maintain case files both physically and electronically Draft correspondence and assist with document review Provide excellent service to clients with professionalism and empathy Follow established firm procedures and meet case management standards

Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years of experience in estate planning and/or estate administration preferred Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.) Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to take initiative, listen effectively, and follow directions Excellent verbal and written communication skills Comfortable communicating with clients in person and over the phone Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with minimal supervision

What We Offer:

Employer-paid health insurance and long-term disability Paid covered parking Group rates for dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance 150 hours of PTO, beginning to accrue after 30 days of employment 401(k) match after 1 full year of employment Profit-sharing eligibility after 2 full years Nine paid holidays annually Regular staff meetings, monthly birthday and anniversary celebrations Annual firm events including Thanksgiving potluck, Christmas party, and a Smokies baseball family night Why Join Us? We take pride in the longevity of our staff and the supportive, team-oriented culture we’ve built. Our goal is to find a candidate who is ready to contribute, collaborate, and grow with us from day one.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience with estate planning and administration or your interest in that department to through the Indeed.com portal.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$41,316.49•$49,757.50 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Free parking Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday No nights No weekends

Work Location:

In person