Paralegal

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. • Nashville, TN

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), a multi-office national defense law firm, is seeking an experienced Paralegal for its Nashville, Tennessee office. This full-time, in-office position supports the Transportation and Trucking Litigation Defense practice and offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

The Paralegal provides comprehensive litigation support to attorneys handling transportation, trucking, commercial vehicle accidents, and related general liability defense matters. The role supports all phases of litigation, from initial case investigation through discovery, mediation, and trial, and involves independently managing discovery, records, deadlines, and trial preparation in a fast-paced litigation environment.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of paralegal experience in civil litigation or insurance defense is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Experience reviewing and summarizing medical records, accident reports, and other litigation documents.
• Familiarity with Tennessee state and federal court procedures and electronic filing systems.
• Experience preparing discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and litigation summaries.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Familiarity with legal case management and document management systems.
• Excellent organizational, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage high-volume caseloads.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and legal support staff.
• Availability to work full-time, in-office in Nashville, Tennessee.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in transportation, trucking, commercial vehicle, or general liability defense is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide litigation support to attorneys handling trucking, transportation, commercial vehicle, and general liability defense matters.
• Assist with all phases of litigation, from initial case investigation through discovery, mediation, and trial.
• Draft and prepare discovery requests and responses, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admissions.
• Coordinate subpoenas, records requests, and document retrieval from third parties.
• Obtain, review, organize, and summarize medical records, accident reports, employment records, and other case-related documentation.
• Assist with reviewing driver qualification files, vehicle maintenance records, accident investigations, and other transportation-related evidence.
• Prepare case chronologies, medical summaries, deposition summaries, and litigation reports.
• Coordinate depositions, independent medical examinations, expert evaluations, and other litigation activities.
• Calculate and track court deadlines, discovery deadlines, and case-related milestones.
• Assist attorneys with preparing motions, pleadings, exhibits, and other litigation materials.
• Organize and maintain electronic case files and document management systems.
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness lists, exhibits, trial binders, and demonstrative materials.
• Communicate with attorneys, clients, insurance carriers, experts, and outside vendors.
• Support multiple attorneys while maintaining accuracy and meeting competing deadlines.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time off
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a national law firm
• Competitive compensation

What This Job Offers

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