Paralegal
Veritas HHS LLC•Memphis, TN
•$22•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate IV-D Child Support Paralegal to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will support our attorneys in all aspects of IV-D child support matters and related proceedings in Tennessee courts. This role requires a thorough understanding of Tennessee child support statutes, guidelines, and court procedures.
Requirements
- Associate's or bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies, or a paralegal certificate from an AHA-approved program
- Minimum 2 years of paralegal experience in family law or child support preferred; Tennessee-specific experience strongly preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with case management software; familiarity with Tennessee e-filing systems (knowledge with TCSES or Vasion a plus but not required)
- Working knowledge of Tennessee Code Annotated (TCA) Title 36 (Domestic Relations) and the Tennessee Child Support Guidelines; familiarity with local court rules
- Must have a valid state driver’s license
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High degree of professionalism and client empathy
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information
Nice To Haves
- Tennessee-specific experience strongly preferred
- knowledge with TCSES or Vasion a plus but not required
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys in managing child support dockets
- Draft, proofread, and file legal documents including petitions, amended petitions, motions, orders, and correspondence
- Conduct legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, or similar platforms on Tennessee and intergovernmental child support matters
- Prepare and e-file documents through Tennessee state court systems
- Monitor court deadlines, docketing, and statutes of limitations
- Communicate with court clerks, opposing counsel offices, and other third parties
- Draft child support calculations using the Tennessee Child Support Guidelines (Worksheet A/B)
- Handle court runs as needed
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- STD, LTD
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Telehealth Services
- Paid Time Off
- Volunteer Time Off
- On Demand Pay
- Rewards Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
