Overview
Paralegal / legal assistant Jobs in Memphis, TN at Mendelson Law Firm
Title: Paralegal / legal assistant
Company: Mendelson Law Firm
Location: Memphis, TN
Job Placement Ad: Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Essential Job Functions
Area of Focus: Administrative
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our team. This role is integral in supporting our firm’s operations and maintaining our professional standards.
Key Responsibilities
Professional Representation: Maintain an image that reflects the professional nature of the firm’s work.
Documentation Preparation & Review: Draft, prepare, and review legal documents, correspondence, and reports with precision and accuracy. Examples include summonses, complaints, briefs, motions, interrogatories, agreements, and statements.
Court Coordination: Communicate with courts and co-counsels to confirm and manage court dates; ensure daily calendar updates and accuracy.
Deadline Management: Assist in meeting deadlines and maintaining efficient workflows.
Administrative Support: Perform clerical and organizational tasks, including:
Handling phone reception and providing information to callers.
Managing scanning, facsimile, e-filing transmissions, and mail distribution.
Compiling reports from established sources.
Maintaining records and files.
Photocopying and mail assembly.
Workload Prioritization: Efficiently manage tasks to meet firm and client needs.
Continuous Learning: Participate in ongoing training sessions to enhance technical skills.
Policy Compliance: Stay up-to-date and compliant with all firm policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Client Interaction: Foster excellent client service and build strong client relationships.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
Familiarity with legal terminology and court filing requirements.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
This is an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team while growing your skills in a professional legal environment. If you are detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about supporting legal operations, we encourage you to apply!
