Legal Assistant

Freeman Mathis and Gary, LLP • Nashville, TN

8d • $52,000 - $100,027 • Onsite

About The Position

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant for its Nashville office. This is a 100% in-office position; remote work is not available. The firm values teamwork, excellent communication, problem-solving, accountability, flexibility, organization, confidentiality, and responsiveness in its fast-paced environment.

The Legal Assistant supports attorneys by preparing and proofreading correspondence, handling conflict checks and client files, maintaining attorney calendars, and assisting with State and Federal court filings, including electronic submissions. The role requires prioritizing and completing multiple tasks under time constraints with minimal supervision and maintaining a high level of confidentiality.

Applicants must have at least two years of litigation secretarial experience and successfully pass a background check and drug screen. Knowledge of iManage and Outlook is a plus.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of litigation secretarial experience.
• Positive attitude and ability to communicate effectively with attorneys, staff, and clients.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and complete them under time constraints with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Must successfully pass a background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of iManage and Outlook.
• Teamwork mentality, problem-solving ability, flexibility, excellent organization skills, and willingness to take ownership of the job.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review legal correspondence, proofreading for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting errors.
• Prepare and collect conflict-of-interest checks, open new files, and maintain client files.
• Maintain attorneys’ calendars, including dates of importance.
• Handle State and Federal court filings, including electronic filings.
• Organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them within time constraints with minimal supervision.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
• HSA and FSA plans available for employees and dependents.
• Work-life balance.
• Generous PTO policy.
• 401(k) plan including a 3% Employer Safe Harbor contribution.
• 1.5% profit-sharing contribution.
• Firm-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Year-end bonuses and referral fee programs.
• Regular firmwide socials and events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed