Litigation Coordinator

Barrett Johnston Martin & Garrison is a progressive law firm in Nashville, Tennessee that represents employees, whistleblowers, investors, and consumers in litigation against some of the largest corporations in the world. We also represent individuals in civil rights claims against governmental entities. We are seeking a qualified, driven candidate to work in a wide range of capacities in support of civil litigation. For more information about our firm, visit https://www.barrettjohnston.com

Job Description

Litigation coordinators assist attorneys in all aspects of case management including identifying potential cases and generating leads, client management, drafting pleadings and correspondence, and managing case files. As a member of the litigation team, you must be able to independently perform a variety of complex duties with limited supervision and take initiative to understand and anticipate firm needs.

• 40 hours/week (must be willing to work occasional overtime when necessary)
• Parking provided
• Health insurance
• 401(k) after one year of service with the firm
• PTO and Paid Vacation
• paid holidays

Job Duties

• Provide support to attorneys
• Field intake calls from potential clients and summarize the contents of those calls
• Communicate with and manage existing clients
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery, etc. for review and use by attorneys
• Review, organize, and summarize case materials
• Conduct research and investigations as needed and directed
• Assist in deposition preparation, pre-trial investigations, and trial preparation
• Record, analyze, and organize case documents and client data
• File pleadings and other documents with court
• Save court documents to case file
• Calendar and monitor case deadlines
• Schedule appointments, travel arrangements, depositions, and client meetings
• Manage firm social media accounts and advertisements
• Exercise independent judgment when prioritizing work assignments
• Perform other miscellaneous administrative and support duties as assigned
• Back-up/support other Administrative Assistants and Litigation Coordinators, as needs arise

Qualifications

• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe
• Computer literate and able to provide ad-hoc tech support
• Excellent written and oral communication (phone) skills
• Excellent client relationship skills
• Effective time management skills
• Strong work ethic
• Self-motivated
• Ability to initiate work and take direction
• Professionalism
• Flexibility and ability to learn and adapt quickly
• Problem solving and ability to find solutions through research and persistence
• Detail oriented
• Able to produce high quality work under pressure
• Ability to work independently and exercise exceptional professional judgment

Candidates should apply with a resume and cover letter. No phone calls please.