LEGAL ASSISTANT
BUCHALTER LLP•Nashville, TN
•$80,000 - $85,000•Hybrid
About The Position
The Legal Assistant supports attorneys with corporate and transactional legal work in a professional, collaborative law-firm environment. The position is currently hybrid, with four remote workdays per month and the remaining workdays in the Nashville office; this arrangement is subject to change. Overtime may be required as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 3 years of corporate and/or transactional experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Familiarity with legal terminology, processes, and protocols.
- Accuracy and attention to detail when handling documents and following legal protocols.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and stay organized under tight deadlines.
- Clear, professional, and courteous communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Experience supporting multiple attorneys in a mid-size to large law firm or similar environment.
- Experience with legal document management software such as iManage.
Responsibilities
- Draft, proofread, edit, and finalize contracts, agreements, closing documents, letters, and correspondence.
- Assist with transactional documents, including corporate formations, amendments, and other entity filings.
- Ensure documents meet firm standards and applicable legal formatting requirements.
- Prepare closing binders and maintain transaction checklists to ensure deliverables are completed.
- Manage attorney calendars and schedule meetings, calls, and client-matter deadlines.
- Track key dates, critical deadlines, and follow-ups for transactions, filings, and deliverables.
- Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties to schedule and confirm meetings or closings.
- Handle routine administrative tasks, including time entry, expense reports, and attorney billing coordination.
- Manage travel arrangements, meeting logistics, and other administrative needs.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive client and firm information.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
