Litigation Paralegal in Training

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.
Memphis, TN
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for candidates with administrative experience in legal settings who can adapt to rotating roles and demonstrate technical proficiency.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior legal support roles and a willingness to rotate between attorneys and tasks
    — “training and supporting several attorneys and case staff on rotation”
  • Individuals with strong computer skills and a minimum typing speed of 35 wpm
    — “type no less than 35 wpm”

Things to consider

  • No remote or hybrid work options available, requiring in-office presence
    — “Remote and/or hybrid not eligible”
  • This is a training role with a clear career progression path to a Litigation Paralegal position
    — “training for an eventual move to a highly sought Litigation Paralegal position”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in legal research and document drafting in your resume and interview responses
    — “Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate documents to file with the court”
  • Emphasize your ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic legal environment
    — “the ability to multitask, prioritize, and demonstrate attention to detail”
  • Showcase your adaptability and willingness to work with various teams and attorneys
    — “Willingness to learn and work with multiple employees within our organization”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · LowDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • trained and supported several attorneys
  • gathered and analyzed relevant information for injury claims
  • drafted pleadings and motions for court filing
Typical background
administrative assistantreceptionistsupport role in a law firm

Skills & requirements

Required

Litigation SupportParalegal TrainingCourt Document PreparationCase Investigation

Preferred

Legal ResearchCourtroom Procedures

Stack & domain

Microsoft Office SuiteType No Less Than 35 WpmCommunicationAttention To DetailMultitaskingOrganizational SkillsLegal

About the role

Original posting from Morgan & Morgan, P.A. via Greenhouse

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.

Summary 

This role will work as a floater in our office, training and supporting several attorneys and case staff on rotation. This position trains for an eventual move to a highly sought Litigation Paralegal position.

The compensation for this role is $20/hour.

Successful candidates will be responsible for areas including but not limited to the following:

Responsibilities

Shadow Litigation Paralegals 

Gather and analyze relevant information pertaining to the injury claims

Investigate the nature and facts of cases

Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate documents to file with the court

Prepare documents and correspondence necessary to reach a settlement in each case

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

1-2 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant, Receptionist, or Support Role preferably in a law firm setting or in a corporate legal department

Highly organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and demonstrate attention to detail with a great attitude

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including good presentation skills

Willingness to learn and work with multiple employees within our organization

Extensive expertise in computer programs, databases, Microsoft Office Suite, and type no less than 35 wpm

Remote and/or hybrid not eligible

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Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff.  For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan,  paid time off and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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