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What they do
A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$60,985 / year median in Tennessee
+13% projected growth
Job Description
- Job Summary
- The Paralegal provides legal and administrative support to the Legal department by assisting with document preparation, contract review, legal research, and matter coordination.
- Essential Functions
- + Provides general legal support to attorneys, including preparation, review, and organization of legal documents and correspondence.
- Qualifications
- + Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or related field required + A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree + 5-7 years of progressively responsible paralegal or legal support experience, including experience supporting corporate legal functions such as contracts, corporate governance, or regulatory matters required + Experience drafting, reviewing, and coordinating legal documents and managing legal workflows required + Experience in a corporate, healthcare, or law firm environment preferred •Knowledge, Skills and Abilities•+ Demonstrates knowledge of legal terminology, contract structures, and corporate legal processes.
- Licenses and Certifications
- + Certified Paralegal requiredEqual Employment Opportunity This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations.