Job Description

Join a Top-Tier Legal Team in Downtown Nashville

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Civil Litigation Defense Legal Secretary/Legal Administrative Assistant to support a thriving Healthcare Litigation practice group at a prestigious Am Law-ranked firm.

If you have 4+ years of recent litigation defense experience and are ready to make your mark in a dynamic legal environment, this is your chance to step into a high-impact role with a nationally recognized firm.

Position Highlights

• Location: Fully onsite in Downtown Nashville (no remote/hybrid)
• Salary: Competitive $70K–$100K, based on experience
• Schedule: 8-4 or 9-5, full-time, direct-hire
• Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice Defense, Fraud & Abuse, Contract Disputes, Regulatory Enforcement, Antitrust, Product Liability, Employment Disputes, Advanced Healthcare Directives, Professional Liability

What You’ll Do

• Support multiple attorneys in a fast-paced litigation defense group
• Prepare for trials and arbitrations, including organizing exhibits, trial binders, and coordinating witnesses
• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents (pleadings, briefs, TOC/TOA)
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule depositions, and handle docketing
• Coordinate travel and submit expenses via platforms like Chrome River
• Maintain physical and digital case files, request and review medical records
• Handle transcription, client communication, and HIPAA-sensitive data with discretion

What You Bring

• 4+ years of recent US law firm experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Administrative Assistant supporting multiple civil defense litigation attorneys
• 2+ years working for Healthcare Litigators (preferred)
• Strong command of iManage, MS Office Suite, Adobe, and expense/travel systems
• Typing speed of 60+ WPM, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent time management
• A self-starter mindset with integrity, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit

Ready to Elevate Your Legal Career?

If you're passionate about civil defense litigation and thrive in a high-performance legal environment, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step toward joining a team that values excellence, purpose, and impact.

Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year

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