Baltimore

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, P.C. has an immediate opening for an experienced Litigation Paralegal. This position may be based at any office location within the Firm's footprint. The position offers flexibility, including the opportunity to work remotely, with occasional travel to one of our offices required for training, trial preparation, and other in-person events.

Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor's degree and/or a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program, along with a minimum of five years of litigation experience. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to work independently and will demonstrate strong experience in managing, organizing, and reviewing complex litigation documents, including proficiency in Relativity or similar document review platforms. Familiarity with collaboration and productivity tools such as Microsoft Teams and Asana is strongly preferred.

The Litigation Paralegal will provide comprehensive support to trial counsel across all stages of litigation, from initial investigation through trial and resolution. Responsibilities include drafting correspondence, pleadings, discovery materials, and other litigation-related documents; conducting thorough factual investigations; assisting attorneys in preparation for depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials; and providing direct support during trial proceedings.

Candidates should be proficient with electronic and paper filing procedures in both state and federal courts, possess a thorough working knowledge of relevant court rules, and be adept at navigating court websites and conducting effective legal research.

Strong organizational abilities, excellent interpersonal skills, and effective oral and written communication are critical to success in this role. The ability to efficiently manage multiple projects and priorities for different attorneys simultaneously is essential. Additionally, candidates must be willing to work overtime and travel for trials as required. Prior experience accurately recording billable hours is necessary.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes only accepted for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume.  After our hiring committee has had a chance to review all candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process.  We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression and marital status.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC, an AM Law 200 firm, is actively seeking a Legal Research Analyst. The position will be responsible for providing reference and expert research services firm-wide under general supervision and according to Firm policies and procedures. The Firm office locations of Nashville, Atlanta, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. are preferred; however, additional Firm office locations may be considered.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential functions are primarily job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation made by the employer.

• Demonstrates the ability to work efficiently, maintain high productivity, and consistently deliver a reasonable volume of quality work within established deadlines.
• Provides efficient, cost-effective, reliable expert research and reference support to lawyers, legal assistants and admin departments utilizing the most appropriate online databases and material daily.
• Instructs patrons in best use of online databases.
• Performs legal, legislative and company research support proficiently.
• Participates in pilot programs evaluating new research products and testing applications.
• Actively engages professional development to maintain expert-level knowledge and stays abreast of changes and enhancements to all firm resources.
• Builds and produces current awareness newsletters, alerts and tracks as well as monitors legislative issues, as requested.
• Promptly assigns reference inquiries to self, corresponds with requestor and records details of completed research requests in the firm research que.
• Assists in creating user reference guides, training development and other initiatives to promote awareness and support end-users.
• Assists in maintaining up-to-date research resources across practice group sites as changes/additions occur with the various databases.
• Assists in driving strategy and product development.
• Produces white papers on industry hot topics to best inform our attorneys and/or clients on an as needed basis.
• Works with the Director of Knowledge Management and Research, the Client Solutions Group, Business Development and other departments collaboratively on projects and assignments.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• High school diploma required. BA, MLS and/or JD desired.
• 3+ years of legal reference and research experience with deep and broad knowledge of legal materials and databases used to support the firm's vast array of practice areas and jurisdictions.
• Proficient in legal research databases and software programs to include, but not limited to Westlaw Precision, Lexis+, Wolters Kluwer-VitalLaw, Bloomberg Law, PACER, Courthouse News Service, Checkpoint RIA, HeinOnline, Drafting Assistant, Accurint, Quest and TLO amongst others required.
• Professional interpersonal skills required in order to communicate and follow instructions effectively and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact.
• Customer service focused.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple competing requests and demands, providing high level of customer service and maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
• Self-motivated, detail oriented and well organized to work independently or collaboratively against tight deadlines.
• Work occasionally may require after hours and weekend coverage to perform the essential duties of the position.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes only accepted for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume. After our hiring committee has had a chance to review all candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process. We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity and marital status.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz PC has an immediate opening for a Senior Client Credit Analyst / Revenue Services Coordinator. This position is hybrid/remote and can be located at any office within the Firm’s footprint. The ideal candidate will demonstrate commitment to the Firm’s vision, mission, and core values. Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and develop professional relationships and build rapport with others. Overall good work-ethic and willingness to adapt to change.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Essential functions are primary job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with reasonable accommodation made by the employer.
• Conduct thorough credit risk assessments of clients, including financial statement analysis and creditworthiness evaluation.
• Actively review and analyze client accounts, determining creditworthiness based on financial data, credit reports, and payment history.
• Collaborate with legal teams to understand client engagements and associated credit risks.
• Advise on the need for retainers, and payment plans.
• Provide strategic recommendations to mitigate credit risk and improve credit risk management processes.
• Continue to evaluate the new client credit risk process for needed modifications.
• Participate in monthly client accounts meetings to report on the progress of clients with credit limits, retainers, and payment plans.
• Conduct meetings with attorneys and management to advise on client payment status.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in credit risk management.
• Per attorney approval establish direct contact with clients on aged accounts
• Assist in the development and maintenance of credit risk policies and procedures.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior analysts within the team.
• Reporting as requested or needed.
• Review settlements and payment arrangements.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/ finance or equivalent experience working credit analysis.
• Experience in managing credit function and risk management. Including credit scoring models.
• Client focus with an understanding of credit analysis and collections.
• Analytical and detail oriented, while working at a fast pace and capable of multi-tasking.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple departments to achieve business objectives.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, primarily Excel.
• Must be creative, resourceful, organized, and able to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Work involves confidential and sensitive information. Discretion is essential.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States.  Resumes only accepted for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume.  After our hiring committee has had a chance to review all candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process.  We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression and marital status.

The Baltimore office of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell and Berkowitz, P.C. seeks a mid-level to senior associate with transactional experience to join its national sophisticated financial services transactional practice. Academically distinguished applicants with excellent writing and analytical skills and sound judgment are sought to assume responsibility within an active transactional practice, focusing on a broad array of commercial lending and leasing transactions. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and hardworking with strong organizational skills. This is a unique opportunity for the right individual to grow into a key member of a nationally recognized established team. For consideration, please click here. Please also include your resume, law school transcript, and cover letter.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC has an immediate opening for a Law Firm Experienced New Business Intake Specialist. This position reports directly to the New Business Intake Manager and will be part of the Revenue Services Department. The ideal candidate will have NBI Software experience, be extremely professional, possess exceptional communication, organizational and computer skills, have strong proficiencies in the Microsoft Office Suite, and the ability to work effectively within a group or independently. In addition, the candidate should be detail-oriented and able to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced environment. Candidate may reside in Atlanta, Baltimore, Charleston, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Columbia, Ft. Lauderdale, Johnson City, Knoxville, Orlando, Raleigh, or Tallahassee areas. The position is remote other than in office work days on the 2nd and 4th mandatory Wednesdays of each month.

Essential duties and responsibilities will include:

1. 1. Performing functions leading to the production of conflict reports, client-matter openings, and edits
   2. Creating client-matter numbers, producing conflict reports to be distributed to the Centralized Conflicts Review Department
   3. Processing conflict reports for all potential new hires
   4. Reviewing client engagement letters
   5. Maintaining firm databases by entering, updating, and retrieving data
   6. Creating Excel spreadsheets for importing client-matter information and conflict parties
   7. Adhering to departmental policies and procedures are
   8. Research and answer questions for internal clients
   9. Handle other job-related duties including special projects as assigned by the New Business Intake Manager or Director of Revenue Services

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills:

1. 1. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
   2. Must be able to interact across departmental divisions
   3. Must have excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal and presentation competence
   4. Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, work under pressure, and balance multiple competing priorities
   5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office required
   6. Must demonstrate the ability to analyze complex problems and recommend and/or implement solutions
   7. Must have the ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with both attorneys and staff
   8. Must be able to learn quickly, be flexible, and think strategically
   9. Must work well independently and in teams, share information, support colleagues, and encourage participation
   10. Should be enthusiastic, self-motivated, and effective under pressure
   11. Should have a strong work ethic and keen attention to detail and accuracy
   12. Overtime may be required

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes only accepted for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume. After our hiring committee has had a chance to review all candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process. We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity and marital status.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC has an opening for a full-time Office Services Coordinator in its Baltimore, MD office.  The ideal candidate will be extremely professional, possess exceptional communication and organizational skills as well as excellent computer skills, and have a proficiency in MS Outlook and basic typing skills.  

Responsibilities include Reception (answering phones, greeting clients and visitors, maintaining neatness of lobby/reception area and conference rooms); Hospitality Services (assisting with events – ordering food, setting up, cleaning up; inventory of pantry items; stocking kitchens); Facilities (assisting with small office moves, preparing offices for new employees, keeping office supply areas stocked); Mail Services (metering, sorting, distributing mail); Copy Services (copy, print, scan projects). Assist with other clerical duties as assigned as well as with special projects.

Qualifications Include:

Basic knowledge of office equipment, including computer and copiers; Microsoft program knowledge- Outlook, Word, Excel, etc. Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate and follow instruction of attorneys and staff and provide information with extraordinary courtesy and tact. Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints. Confidentiality. Exceptional client service skills. Working effectively within a group or independently.

Requirements:  Office administrative experience (law firm experience preferred but not required).  Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under deadlines; must be proficient in Microsoft office, most specifically Word and Excel; ability to communicate and follow instructions of office management, attorneys and other legal staff in a fast-paced demanding environment.  Must be willing to learn new tasks and adapt to change easily. 

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes accepted only for job posted. Please click HERE to apply.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression and marital status.