Legal Assistant
Job Description
Legal Assistant Position at Established Law Firm in Franklin, Tennessee
Are you an experienced professional looking to join a reputable law firm in Franklin, Tennessee? We have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant to support our small, tenured legal team on a contract basis. If you have a strong administrative background and excellent organizational skills, we want to hear from you. Apply now for this unique opportunity for growth and hands-on experience!
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and format legal documents, letters, and court filings
- E-file documents with courts and maintain accurate legal records
- Manage attorney calendars and track key deadlines
- Coordinate client meetings and handle professional communications
- Organize and maintain both electronic and paper case files
- Provide general administrative support (phones, mail, scheduling, etc.)
- Conduct light research and assist in preparing materials for closings or meetings
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of administrative, legal, or professional office experience
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- High degree of professionalism and discretion
Preferred Qualifications:
- Exposure to legal documents or real estate mortgage closing procedures
- Experience in professional services industries (legal, finance, real estate, etc.)
Contract Benefits:
As part of our commitment to our contract employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, Paid Time Off accrual, and weekly direct deposit for your convenience.
Client Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- PTO
Job Requirements
Legal, Admin, Draft
Additional Information
Frontline Source Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
Disclaimer: Sensitive and personal data will not be requested by Frontline Source Group or its affiliates until a job offer is made and accepted. If you ever doubt the validity of our job postings, we encourage you to call one of our branch locations to verify the status on any job.
Meet Your Recruiter
Fatima Akhtar
Fatima Akhtar is a dedicated Executive Search Recruiter with a specialty focus on the legal sector at Frontline Source Group. With a strong passion for connecting talented candidates with top employers, Fatima leverages her expertise in staffing, recruiting, and leadership development to provide tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of her clients and candidates.
Fatima holds a master's degree in industrial and organizational psychology, which equips her to understand the nuances of both client and candidate preferences. Her professional background includes roles as a Placement Manager, Digital Staffing Specialist and Recruiter, and Leadership Development, Legal and Digital Staffing Intern. In these positions, she honed her skills in communication, creative problem-solving, and working effectively in fast-paced environments.
Fluent in both Spanish and English, Fatima excels in communicating with diverse audiences. She is committed to helping individuals find meaningful careers and assisting organizations in growing their teams. Always eager to learn and collaborate, Fatima is also open to opportunities in change management, learning and development, and HR.
With her strong interpersonal skills and a keen eye for talent, Fatima Akhtar is an invaluable asset to any organization looking to exceed its hiring goals.