Litigation Paralegal

Burr & Forman LLP has an immediate opening in our Nashville, TN or Birmingham, AL office for a full-time, experienced litigation paralegal for the Torts and Insurance Practice Group. This position requires expertise in legal terminology, document preparation, and case management, as well as familiarity with state and federal court procedures. The paralegal will be responsible for drafting legal documents, filing subpoenas, and conducting legal research while maintaining strict timelines and deadlines. Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential. The ideal candidate will also possess proficiency in various legal software and tools to facilitate efficient operations.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS 

• Perform complex paralegal duties requiring knowledge of legal terminology and legal processes including case management from inception through discovery and verdict.
• Prepare, edit, and/or draft correspondence, reports, and legal documents.
• Prepare, edit and/or file in-state and out-of-state subpoenas, briefs, pleadings, and other filings in various state/federal courts.
• Plan and schedule conferences, depositions, and/or meetings.
• Maintain calendars including court deadlines and appearances and deadlines for discovery.
• Conduct searches through computer databases such as library, Secretary of State, PACER, SJIS, LEXIS, Internet, Autotrack, etc.
• Create complex database for documents.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations.
• Prepare summaries and analyses of research, reports, etc.
• Review documents for privileged material and prepare drafts of discovery documents.
• Assist with discovery matters and handle document productions.
• Perform legal searches and retrieve case law.
• Attend mediations, depositions, hearings, conferences, trials, and other court meetings as needed.
• Proofread documents.
• Work independently and collaborate with team.
• Respond to inquiries for information.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

THE ESSENTIALS 

• A bachelor’s degree, paralegal certification or degree, or appropriate combination of education/experience.
• Must be familiar with the State and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, have strong organizational and communication skills, excellent writing skills and the ability to draft documents, and be able to work independently. 
• Experience with drafting and electronic filing of pleadings, motions, deposition scheduling and summarization, trial preparation, and legal research.
• Knowledge of PACER, Word, Excel, Outlook, and other document management software.
• Knowledge of e-discovery, Trial Director, and Relativity preferred.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This position is a unique opportunity to join a firm that prioritizes our clients, colleagues, and communities. If you’re a service-minded professional with intellectual curiosity and excellent work ethic, please consider joining our team. 

Burr & Forman LLP provides a wide range of benefits designed to support our employees and families including comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision insurance, group term life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan and retirement planning services, paid time off, and free wellness and mental health services among other benefits. 

The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation.  Actual compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, work experience, geographic location, skills and competencies, industry knowledge, job responsibilities, market considerations and other business considerations.   

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burr & Forman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, military and protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

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