Paralegal/ Legal Assistance - Litigation Insurance Defense & Corporate & Employment Law

$40,000 - $55,000/Yr

Hodges, Doughty & Carson, Pllc - Knoxville, TN

Full-time - Entry Level

Knoxville, TN

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Litigation Legal Assistant/Paralegal position at Hodges, Doughty & Carson, PLLC is a full-time role focused on supporting attorneys in various legal areas, including insurance defense, employment, and corporate law. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple caseloads while demonstrating strong communication skills. This role requires proficiency in legal drafting and technology, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in all aspects of insurance defense, plaintiffs' litigation, employment, and corporate law.
• Accurately and efficiently record billable time.
• Manage multiple attorneys' caseloads and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Communicate with clients via email and phone to provide updates and gather necessary information.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, responses, and correspondence.
• Review and obtain medical records, phone records, and other key documents.
• Conduct social media and other relevant case investigations.
• Utilize technology for virtual depositions, mediations, and meetings (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.).
• Calendar deadlines, hearings, and meetings with precision.
• Take detailed meeting notes and follow instructions accurately.
• Manage time effectively to meet strict deadlines.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience, preferably in insurance defense, employment, or corporate law.
• Proficiency with technology, including virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Teams, etc.).
• Experience in drafting legal documents and handling discovery.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle medical, phone, and business records.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Nice-to-haves

• Paralegal certification preferred but not required.
• Experience with Microsoft Outlook.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance.
• Employer-paid health insurance and long-term disability insurance for employees.
• 401(k) plan with company match after 1 year.
• Profit-sharing program after 2 years of employment.
• Paid time off, holidays, and additional leave policies (parental, bereavement, etc.).
• Paid parking in Downtown Knoxville.