CONTRACT | Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant

Consilio, ELS Direct Hire Division • Memphis, TN

382d • $62,400 - $72,800

About The Position

The Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant position is a contract role supporting an in-house legal department in Memphis, TN. The role involves providing administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, focusing on litigation matters. The position is expected to last for over three months with potential for extension, emphasizing a collaborative and efficient work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred, not required
• 3+ years hands-on experience working with legal departments or in litigation, including admin support
• Microsoft Office experience
• Strong technical aptitude and interest
• Ability to work independently and proactively to meet aggressive timelines
• Sound business judgment and ability to handle multiple wide-ranging matters
• Demonstrated ability to identify, prioritize, and resolve issues quickly
• Ability to foster and facilitate teamwork by cultivating relationships
• Customer service oriented and responsive
• Strong critical and analytical thinking skills
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion

Nice To Haves

• Interest in learning a variety of tools to aid knowledge management and vendor engagement
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to convey complex technical concepts simply

Responsibilities

• Work at direction of Attorneys and Paralegals
• Responsible for all State and Federal Court e-filings
• Responsible for organization of files
• Draft routine legal documents
• Provide general office support
• Support other team members with training and education to encourage best practices and high-quality service

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree