Paralegal
Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A., Memphis, TN, United States
Join a Team of Difference Makers
Joining Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB) means becoming part of a team of difference-makers who are passionate about making a positive impact in the legal profession. Our commitment to excellence, diversity, and innovation extends to every aspect of the firm. As a national defense firm, we're looking for experienced General Liability and Insurance Defense Paralegals in Nashville, TN. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with 3+ years of experience in General Liability defense litigation.
Discover Your Role
Under attorney direction drafts and prepares correspondence and other written documents as required including responses, reports, filings, pleadings, answers, motions, interrogatories, letters and other documents as necessary.
Maintains calendar for trial and discovery deadlines.
Schedules depositions, hearings, appointments, and any other legal proceedings necessary for attorneys.
Ensures organization of files including opening, closing, management and maintenance of files.
Monitors files and escalates issues requiring attorney involvement; handles highly sensitive issues and materials related to case.
Assists attorneys with time entry on billing software.
Prepares and handles tracking and disposition of subpoenas or other requests for information; issues subpoenas as needed.
E-files documents using state and federal court databases.
Performs other duties as assigned.
A Comprehensive Package
Becoming part of the largest women and minority‑owned law firm in the nation, where creativity, entrepreneurship, and career development are celebrated, means understanding what makes you different, and we'll treat you as such. You can look forward to enjoying
Excellent benefits, paid vacation, and a competitive 401(k) match, supporting your financial well‑being and future planning.
A competitive salary reflective of your skills, experience, and contributions to our firm.
What You'll Bring
Qualified candidates should forward their resume. Compensation commensurate with experience.
QPWB is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking enthusiastic candidates eager to work in a fast‑paced and challenging environment.
Qualifications
3+ years of prior paralegal experience supporting litigators in general liability defense litigation, preferably in a high‑volume, fast‑paced law firm environment.
Strong working knowledge of General Liability Litigation.
Knowledge of Tennessee State filing, including E‑Filing experience required; Federal E‑Filing experience using PACER a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel required.
Critical thinking skills, excellent communication and organizational skills, decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision; a team player.
High School Diploma or equivalent. Paralegal certificate or equivalent preferred.
This role is hybrid; ideal candidates are based in Nashville, TN.
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Joining Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB) means becoming part of a team of difference-makers who are passionate about making a positive impact in the legal profession. Our commitment to excellence, diversity, and innovation extends to every aspect of the firm. As a national defense firm, we're looking for experienced General Liability and Insurance Defense Paralegals in Nashville, TN. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with 3+ years of experience in General Liability defense litigation.
Discover Your Role
Under attorney direction drafts and prepares correspondence and other written documents as required including responses, reports, filings, pleadings, answers, motions, interrogatories, letters and other documents as necessary.
Maintains calendar for trial and discovery deadlines.
Schedules depositions, hearings, appointments, and any other legal proceedings necessary for attorneys.
Ensures organization of files including opening, closing, management and maintenance of files.
Monitors files and escalates issues requiring attorney involvement; handles highly sensitive issues and materials related to case.
Assists attorneys with time entry on billing software.
Prepares and handles tracking and disposition of subpoenas or other requests for information; issues subpoenas as needed.
E-files documents using state and federal court databases.
Performs other duties as assigned.
A Comprehensive Package
Becoming part of the largest women and minority‑owned law firm in the nation, where creativity, entrepreneurship, and career development are celebrated, means understanding what makes you different, and we'll treat you as such. You can look forward to enjoying
Excellent benefits, paid vacation, and a competitive 401(k) match, supporting your financial well‑being and future planning.
A competitive salary reflective of your skills, experience, and contributions to our firm.
What You'll Bring
Qualified candidates should forward their resume. Compensation commensurate with experience.
QPWB is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking enthusiastic candidates eager to work in a fast‑paced and challenging environment.
Qualifications
3+ years of prior paralegal experience supporting litigators in general liability defense litigation, preferably in a high‑volume, fast‑paced law firm environment.
Strong working knowledge of General Liability Litigation.
Knowledge of Tennessee State filing, including E‑Filing experience required; Federal E‑Filing experience using PACER a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel required.
Critical thinking skills, excellent communication and organizational skills, decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision; a team player.
High School Diploma or equivalent. Paralegal certificate or equivalent preferred.
This role is hybrid; ideal candidates are based in Nashville, TN.
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