Legal Assistant

About the role

Zwicker & Associates, P.C., a national creditor rights law firm headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, with offices across the United States, is seeking a Litigation Assistant to provide on-site legal administrative support at our Brentwood, TN office. We value candidates eager to learn, with strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, and a commitment to collaboration and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and process data to ensure proper workflow in alignment with client and firm expectations
• Provide high-level legal administrative and office management support to the Office Manager and attorneys
• Update and document account statuses using internal software
• Prepare documentation for attorney review
• File pleadings with state-specific court filing systems (paper or e-file)
• Answer incoming calls and communicate effectively with team members and external parties
• Comply with all applicable standard operating procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite with strong Excel capabilities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Great attention to detail
• Professionalism and a positive attitude
• Ability to communicate clearly with individuals or groups verbally and/or in writing
• Ability to operate a computer, phone, or equivalent device
• Ability to complete a minimum 40-hour flexible workweek schedule
• Ability to read and comprehend position-specific documents and correspondence

Physical Qualifications

• Ability to lift five pounds or greater
• Ability to sit for 90% of the workday
• Ability to bend at the waist and maintain mobility as needed
• Ability to concentrate and use critical thinking

Pay

The base hourly rate for this position is $19.00–$20.00, plus applicable bonus.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Compensated time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with match