Lawyers' Association for Women -

Marion Griffin Chapter Foundation 

The Lawyers' Association for Women - Marion Griffin Chapter Foundation was incorporated in November of 2022 with funds collected by the Lawyers' Association for Women - Marion Griffin Chapter.  

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        Paralegal-Department of Law

Position Description

This full-time, Non Civil Service position is located with the Department of Law and provides advanced litigation support services for a team of attorneys.  Performs related duties as required.

Typical Duties

• · Assists attorneys on prosecution of Metro Codes violations in Environmental Court on a weekly basis.
• · Drafts and reviews pleadings, orders, and other legal documents.
• · Responds to emails and phone calls from clients, citizens, and attorneys.
• · Assists with preparations for court hearings.
• · Researches matters upon request.
• · Assists attorneys by taking notes, organizing files, and performing administrative tasks.
• · Files, serves, and delivers documents with courts and parties and witnesses.
• · Establishes and maintains files and records.
• · Manages databases.
• · Performs other law related support services as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Paralegal Certificate and two (2) years of experience in a legal field

LICENSE REQUIRED

Valid Driver License

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• ·         Knowledge of the fundamentals of civil law and legal procedures.
• ·         Knowledge of the fundamentals of the Tennessee court structure and the legal system of the United States.
• ·         Knowledge of legal writing and research techniques.
• ·         Ability to multi-task and manage a volume of cases.
• ·         Ability to communicate effectively.
• ·         Ability to adapt in fast-paced environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Interested applicants should send resume and cover letter to:

Cynthia Gross

Chief of Staff

Cynthia.gross@nashville.gov

Please put Paralegal in subject line.

The Beacon Center- Legal Assistant

About the Organization: The Beacon Center is Tennessee’s premier free-market public policy organization and public interest law firm. Beacon is pound-for-pound the most effective and efficient state-level think tank on the planet. 

https://www.beacontn.org/jobs-internships/legal-assistant