Legal Associate

Responsibilities

• Maintain and organize legal case files by entering relevant information into databases and preparing records for review by case processors and program leadership.
• Support the handling of discrimination complaints, reasonable accommodation matters, and related appeals by ensuring documentation is complete, accurate, and ready for evaluation.
• Record case activity in a timely manner and help track progress so matters move efficiently through established case management processes.
• Prepare concise case summaries and supporting materials for internal stakeholders to assist with review, analysis, and decision-making.
• Provide administrative and legal support to department leadership when responding to complainants and addressing case-related inquiries.
• Assist with high-volume transactional work tied to civil rights compliance functions while maintaining attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Contribute to essential business process activities by adapting to shifting priorities and taking on specialized assignments beyond routine administrative support.

Requirements

• Experience supporting legal, compliance, or case management operations in an organized office environment.
• Working knowledge of civil rights, discrimination, complaints, or appeals processes and the importance of accurate documentation.
• Proficiency in maintaining databases, entering case information, and organizing records for efficient retrieval and review.
• Ability to prepare clear summaries, status updates, and other written materials based on case information.
• Strong organizational skills with the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume workload environment.
• Careful approach with the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly and in accordance with compliance standards.
• Adaptability and sound judgment when responding to changing needs and supporting specialized legal assistant functions.

Benefits

Robert Half offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

Pay

$0 - $0 USD / Yearly

Schedule

Onsite

Location

Cookeville, TN

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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