LEGAL ASSISTANT

RAINEY KIZER REVIERE & BELL • Jackson, TN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

As part of the legal community since 1975, Rainey, Kizer, Reviere & Bell, PLC provides the highest caliber legal counsel in a broad range of practice areas. The Firm is seeking a highly motivated Legal Assistant who will provide support for multiple attorneys in our Jackson, Tennessee office.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in the legal assistant or paralegal field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Solid proofreading skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Long periods of sitting/mostly computer work.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between internal and external third parties, including claims representatives from insurance companies and clients regarding administrative tasks and scheduling
• Gather, organize and maintain relevant information from sources through subpoenas or written requests (ex: medical records, employment records, etc.). Ensure proper indexing and filing of documents in files and case management software.
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents (form pleadings, motions, and discovery) as requested by supervising attorney(s)
• Perform administrative duties for supervising attorney(s), such as scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, and opening/organizing/closing case files
• Compile information for potential lay and expert witnesses, involving trial preparation, trial exhibits, coordination of witnesses, preparation meetings, and conduct jury panel research as needed
• Record, either periodically or regularly, billable time (as appropriate)
• Reviewing, scanning, and emailing the daily paper mail
• Management of invoices, including requesting and mailing out checks for payment
• Other duties may be assigned by supervisor(s)

What This Job Offers

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