Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC has an opening for a Litigation Legal Support Coordinator in its New Orleans office. Ideal candidate will have a high level of legal experience and administrative experience, exceptional communication and organizational skills and the ability to work effectively within a group or independently. Candidate should be proficient in MS Word (high priority), Outlook and Excel and type a minimum of 65 words per minute with high accuracy. The candidate should be detail oriented, a self-starter with excellent problem solving skills and able to work well in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining calendars with litigation dates and deadlines, as well as other necessary dates;
• Prioritizing and executing tasks quickly and accurately;
• Formatting and setting up documents, including pleadings, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents;
• Preparing shell documents for attorneys in relation to discovery, orders, motions, trials and other proceedings;
• Filing litigation documents with state and federal courts – knowledge of electronic filing is required;
• Handling a high volume of proofreading;
• Updating and maintaining files, physical and electronic;
• Time entry, Processing client bills, conducting client conflict checks, transcribing dictation;
• Reviewing vendor invoices and processing for payment;
• Assisting attorneys and paralegals in preparation for hearings, mediations, arbitrations and trials.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes accepted only 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 P.C. has an immediate opening for a Legal Conflicts Review Analyst. The ideal candidate will have administrative 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. 

The Conflicts Review Analyst will:

1. Review assigned requests routed to Analyst though Firm’s New Business Intake (NBI) platform for accuracy and completeness; resolve any deficiencies or errors.
2. Review conflicts reports related to assigned request.
3. Identify any possible matches between parties in new request and Firm files.
4. In accordance with directions, determine whether any potential matches could present a conflict.
5. Where a possible conflict could present, communicate with attorneys to determine whether new matter may present any ethical or other conflict (e.g., is current file still active and/or whether suspect parties in new and current matter are the same).
6. Where inquiries above identify potential conflicts, reassign matter for further review to conflict attorney for clearance.
7. Document all actions taken in this process in NBI database.
8. Additional tasks related to operation of Firm Conflicts Review Department as may be assigned by Conflicts Counsel.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. Possession of the skills attributable to a paralegal or experienced, multi-area practice secretary.
2. Flexible, independent worker who can follow instructions.
3. Law firm experience in opening files or clearing conflicts preferred.
4. Involvement with the Firm's file opening/conflict system (or firm of similar size and breadth).
5. Strong written and oral communication skills.
6. Detail oriented experience/abilities.
7. College degree preferred

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes accepted only 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 Memphis office of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell and Berkowitz, P.C. has an immediate opening for a paralegal to join its commercial restructuring and bankruptcy practice.  All candidates must have either a bachelor’s degree and/or a paralegal certificate from an ABA approved paralegal program.  The candidate should have at least 2-3 years of commercial restructuring and/or bankruptcy experience. Basic knowledge of general litigation, real estate and title issues is a plus.

The position involves use of both state and federal court filing systems and the ability to determine procedures used therein. Candidates must have the ability to search public records, to analyze and summarize information, and to prepare drafts of routine correspondence and pleadings independently for review by attorneys. The paralegal must be able to handle multiple projects at the same time.  We seek a bright, hardworking paralegal who possesses strong organizational, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills. 

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes will only be accepted for position 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, P.C. has an immediate opening for an experienced Commercial Real Estate Paralegal in its Nashville, TN office.  All candidates must have either a Bachelor's Degree and/or a paralegal certificate from an ABA approved paralegal program, and five years of prior commercial real estate experience. Residential closing and title insurance experience will be considered.

Some responsibilities include the following:

Review definitive transaction agreements for acquisitions, sales, loans, leases and organizational documents and resolutions and other matters; prepare critical dates memo and closing checklist; arrange due diligence such as title, survey orders and environmental reports; prepare title insurance commitments and pro forma title policies; draft closing documents and settlement statements under attorney supervision; review title findings and surveys to evaluate title and survey issues and coordinate curative steps; draft legal descriptions; arrange UCC/litigation/lien searches; review environmental reports and advise as to pertinent deficiencies or other matters; coordinate delivery of final title/survey products for closing; finalize closing documents for execution; coordinate escrow closings; prepare forms to disburse settlement; E-file closing documents or prepare and send hard copy recording package to governmental filing locations; prepare and file UCC documentation; be proactive with post-closing and post-closing tasks (obtain payoff letters, satisfaction of prior loans, confirm receipt of recorded closing documents, coordinate preparation or receipt of title policies, prepare e-closing binders); and constantly communicate with all parties involved in a transaction (seller and its counsel, purchaser and its counsel, lender and its counsel, brokers, title agent, surveyor). Experience with probate and trust matters regarding real estate deed preparation considered a plus but not mandatory.

Candidates should possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication (oral and written) skills. All applicants should have an aptitude for detail and multi-tasking; the ability to work efficiently, and to work under pressure with or without direct supervision. Each candidate must be able to handle multiple projects at the same time for different attorneys and be familiar with computerized databases and on-line real estate services.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. 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, gender identity, marital status, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability or veteran status.

We appreciate your interest in the position. Please note that after our hiring committee has considered all candidates for this position, we will reach out only to those who will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process. Accordingly, we appreciate your understanding that we will only contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC has an immediate opening for a Legal Support Coordinator in its Ft. Lauderdale office. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience, exceptional communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively within a group or independently.  Must have working knowledge of Florida court procedures and be familiar with e-service and e-filing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to multiple lawyers
• Maintain and update case files
• e-file legal documents
• Assist attorneys in preparing for depositions, hearings, trials, etc.
• Facilitate the meeting of deadlines by keeping multiple calendars and provide timely reminders
• Scheduling of hearings, pre-depositions, depositions, mediations, etc.
• Compiling and organizing documents, preparing binders and/or folders.
• Gathering and organizing records, documents and other materials

Skills

• Familiarity with legal procedures & terminology
• Understanding of Federal and Florida Rules of Civil Procedure
• Ability to multitask and be comfortable dealing with a diverse pool of people working for multiple attorneys
• Outstanding time-management skills
• Detail oriented
• Working knowledge of court procedures including
• Knowledge of MS Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Candidate should be proficient in MS Word, Outlook and Excel. This candidate will be part of a small office and will need to be a team player and able to handle whatever tasks are necessary to support the office.  The candidate should be detail oriented and able to work well in a fast-paced environment. Ability to speak Spanish is preferred but not required.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes accepted only 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, gender identity, marital status, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability or veteran status.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, P.C. has an immediate opening for an experienced Corporate / Transactional Paralegal in its Chattanooga, TN office. All candidates must have either a Bachelor's Degree and/or a paralegal certificate from an ABA approved paralegal program, and five years of prior corporate experience. 

Some responsibilities include the following:  Renew and maintain corporate entities, draft, file and manage various business entity documents for corporations, LLCs and partnerships with state agencies, arrange UCC/litigation/lien searches, prepare and file UCC documentation, assist upkeep of corporate minute books, assist with due diligence, ­­­­­­and generally assist transactional matters for busy seniors housing and long term care practice. 

Candidates should possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication (oral and written) skills. All applicants should have an aptitude for detail and multi-tasking; the ability to work efficiently, and to work under pressure with or without direct supervision. Each candidate must be able to handle multiple projects at the same time for different attorneys.  Candidates must be flexible, have regular attendance, subject to firm COVID-19 protocol, and be willing to work overtime if necessary.

Resumes will only be accepted for position posted. Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. 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 Legal Process Engineer at any office location. The Legal Process Engineer (LPE) will serve as a  liaison to Departments and their associated Practice Groups ( PGs). The LPE will coordinate all projects within the Client Solutions Group (CSG), and will serve as the primary coordinator of projects supported by other CSG teams. 

The LPE must assist practice areas, attorneys, and legal teams interested in implementation of the Firm’s suite of process and technology solutions within the Firm's best practices guidelines. The LPE must also interact with various groups and committees within the Firm to gather and distribute information to assist in the betterment of any and all process and technology tools and to promote and support innovation within the Firm. The LPE will be concerned with the consultation, improvement, development, marketing, and training regarding Legal Project Management  (LPM) and BakerManage, venture funds, innovation projects, process improvement, knowledge management, budget development and pricing proposals, technology solutions and research tools, as well as any Firm adopted project management implementations. 

Many of the following duties require the LPE to act independently and proactively and also involve a strategic plan for continued involvement within PGs.  This requires excellent time management skills, self-motivation, and significant organization to maintain this level of proactive involvement while at the same time managing the active attorney and PGs requests, some of which involve urgent deadlines and may require both the support of and coordination with other departments and team members.

The Legal Process Engineer will:

Project Management Consulting

• Develop expertise in Legal Project Management (LPM) and the Firm’s proprietary LPM model, BakerManage, as well as design and implement collaboration / case management systems using the Firm’s approved technologies such as MS365, SharePoint, HighQ and other case management solutions. .
• Identify opportunities to integrate CSG tools such as Kira, Contract Express, Foundation, Drafting Assistant, and PLC within the Department and its Practice Groups and coordinate on projects utilizing these tools.
• If utilized by the Department, assist with the implementation and management of practice technologies such as Immigration Tracker (Advocacy), Clarivate (Business), Simply Agree (Business), and CPI (Business).
• Work with clients and legal teams to develop statements of work for legal engagements, stakeholder analysis, and task and activity lists or legal work breakdown structures.
• Work with attorneys and PGs to develop and support innovative solutions and to help them set and achieve their innovative and strategic goals.
• Work to identify technology solutions and provide support of these technologies to the attorneys and PGs within the Departments.
• Assist, identify, and develop innovation strategies with the PGs and Centers of Excellence to assist with the implementation of their innovation goals and process improvement initiatives.
• Work with attorneys and PGs including department operations directors to develop and support the Firm’s venture fund projects.
• Conduct periodic reporting with department operations directors to provide updates on their department projects.
• Coordinate expanded data capture for specific projects and data analysis requests, assist with report development, manage, and monitor reports, and assist with special report development.
• Assist with oversight and administration of portfolios – billing, matter updates, reporting, and budget management.
• Collect data on the LPE activities and complete reports as requested to submit to firm management to demonstrate the support provided by the CSG.

 Process Improvement, Budget and Pricing Development

• Assist attorneys with the development of budgets and pricing models using the CSG’s historical model database or through the development of new models, prepare matter proposals for budgeting and pricing, analyze and develop rate strategies, and perform necessary research to identify the best pricing options.
• Coordinate with Legal Data, Costing and Reporting team on proposal development and any necessary approvals.
• Assist with the implementation of solutions to improve the performance of matters (called Strike Team).
• Assist with workflow development, case management, and process implementation.
• Collaborate with the Director of Legal Data, Costing, and Reporting and the Costing Analyst to evaluate alternative fee structures for the various PGs with the goal of creating customized fee proposals tailored for the different areas of practice.
• Work with the Firm's Billing Department to implement and refine the Firm's task-based billing including development of matter types and matter plans.

 Marketing, Training, and Practice Group Coordination

• Work with attorneys to provide technical marketing for prospective clients such as implementing specialized client solutions, supporting client meetings, and conducting demonstrations of CSG tools.
• Create demonstration collaboration sites to highlight customized PGs and client solutions.
• Coordinate with Marketing Liaisons on business development opportunities.
• Develop customized marketing materials and assist with responses to Request for Proposal (RFP) to highlight Firm innovation, rates, and pricing.
• Work to help identify legal and technological organizations for possible participation and award application (e.g., International Legal Technology Association (ILTA), Project Management Institute, ABA, College of Law Practice Management, TerraLex, ILTA-PMI collaborative committee, ABA-PMI Collaborative Committee; Advocacy Legal Organizations, etc…)
• Act as a liaison for the Firm with organizations with an interest in Legal Project Management and Knowledge Management.
• Work with the Firm's Director of Professional Development to develop training programs for attorneys, paralegals, and other legal team members.
• Develop training programs for client teams which will include client representatives.
• Assist with the implementation of customized PGs pages and any design modifications on BakerHub, the Firm’s intranet.
• Present at Department and PGs meetings to help create and maintain ongoing awareness of CSG tools.
• Conduct training as needed on all resources including practice related tools, policies, and processes.
• Coordinate BakerResearch requests and identify opportunities to integrate their services.
• Identify available subscription resources for use by attorneys.
• Develop practice guides and resources.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Education and Experience

• Four-year college degree.
• Law Degree from accredited law school preferred.
• Valid license to practice law preferred.
• At least 3-5 years of legal practice experience.
• Preferred experience with the use of litigation/transactional support technology.
• Preferred experience with implementation of a project management information system or knowledge management technology.
• PMI member and project management professional certification or willingness to obtain.
• Certification in process improvement methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma or willingness to obtain.
• Knowledge Management certification or willingness to obtain.
• Microsoft SharePoint and IBM BlueWorks Live knowledge is a plus.

General

• Strong leadership, managerial, organizational, and communication skills.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and the ability to maintain effectiveness during change.
• Ability to work flexible/extended hours when necessary.
• "Do whatever it takes” attitude.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated and goal oriented individual.

Working Conditions

Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, extreme temperatures, and the like. The nature of the legal industry requires that some of the job responsibilities be completed during non-business hours. In accordance with industry standards, it is expected that CSG professionals be flexible with regards to availability when work must be performed during non-business hours. Occasional travel required. 

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes accepted only 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 has an opening for a Legal Support Assistant in its Baltimore, MD office. The ideal candidate will have administrative experience, be extremely professional, possess exceptional communication, organizational and computer skills, have strong proficiencies in MS Word, Outlook and Excel, and the ability to work effectively within a group or independently.  Candidate should type a minimum of 55 words per minute with high accuracy.  This position will provide support to both attorneys and staff.  In addition, the candidate should be detail-oriented and able to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include:  Prepares expense reports & check requests; assists with client bills; prepares and maintains client and other files both in electronic and paper filing systems; processes expenses and check requests; provides services, such as duplication, printing, scanning, mailing; liaises with third party vendors to coordinate services; performs data entry; schedules and coordinates meetings and conferences and handles other related details; coordinates and schedules travel arrangements; assists with the preparation of legal correspondence, pleadings, memos, reports, forms and other legal documents; helps with the opening of new clients & matters; maintains various calendars; assists attorneys and others in preparation for hearings, mediations, arbitrations and trials; handles other clerical/administrative duties as assigned; assists with special projects; may provide back-up help as needed with general office services.

Qualifications Include:

• Office administrative experience (law firm experience preferred but not required);
• Basic knowledge of office equipment, including computer and copiers;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook, and Excel;
• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate and follow instructions from office management, attorneys and other staff and provide information and services with extraordinary courtesy and tact in a fast-paced demanding environment;
• 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;
• Excellent proofreading skills;
• 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.

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. 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 has an immediate opening for an experienced Trusts and Estates paralegal in its Chattanooga office who also is experienced with both Tennessee and Georgia laws.  This position will involve estate planning, incapacity and post-death administration, and some exposure to trust and estate litigation.  Estate planning responsibilities include matters such as preparation of wills, trusts, financial and health care powers of attorney, attendant estate planning documents, and trust funding instruments.  Incapacity and post-death administration responsibilities include assistance with matters such as preparing probate petitions, maintaining a calendar system of court and other deadlines, corresponding with financial institutions and government entities, maintaining and analyzing financial records of the estate/trust, preparing inventories and fiduciary accountings, and fulfilling many other functions throughout the probate process.  Additional, related responsibilities may also include assistance with the preparation of estate, gift, fiduciary income, and individual income tax returns.  Heavy client contact is to be expected.  Applicants ideally should have at least five years of focused experience with respect to preparing estate planning documents and handling post-death administrations under both Tennessee and Georgia laws.  All candidates must have either a Bachelor’s Degree or paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program.  Some accounting and/or bookkeeping experience also will be useful.

Candidates should possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication (oral and written) skills.  Must have proficient and accurate knowledge of computers and MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Must possess excellent oral and written skills, strong attention to detail, time management, multi-tasking and prioritizing abilities, and the desire to work hard both independently and as part of a team.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes only accepted 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, gender identity, marital status, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability or veteran status.

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 has an opening for an Administrative Services Specialist in its Atlanta, GA office. The ideal candidate will have administrative experience, be extremely professional, possess exceptional communication, organizational and computer skills, have strong proficiencies in MS Word, Outlook and Excel, and the ability to work effectively within a group or independently.  This position will provide support to both attorneys and staff across all office of the Firm.  In addition, the candidate should be detail-oriented and able to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include: 

Providing services such as copying, printing, scanning, mailing, FedEx, Preparing expense reports and check requests, assisting with electronic client files, coordinating with third party vendors, data entry, scheduling and coordinating meetings and conferences which may include distribution of materials, travel arrangements , time entry, downloading and saving documents from external sites, reconciling bills, W-9 requests and other projects as assigned.

Qualifications Include:

• Office administrative experience (law firm experience preferred but not required);
• Basic knowledge of office equipment, including computer and copiers;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook, and Excel;
• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate and follow instructions and provide services with extraordinary courtesy and tact in a fast-paced demanding environment;
• 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;
• Excellent proofreading skills;
• 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.

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. 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, P.C. has an immediate opening for a full-time Litigation Paralegal in its Nashville Office.  All candidates must have either a Bachelor's Degree and/or a paralegal certificate from an ABA approved paralegal program.  A minimum of five years’ experience is required, which should include experience with managing a large caseload.  Prior experience with trial preparation and trial attendance is also preferred. 

Candidates should possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication (oral and written) skills.  All applicants should have an aptitude for detail; the ability to work efficiently, and to work under pressure with or without direct supervision.  Each candidate must be able to handle multiple projects at the same time and be familiar with computerized databases, document management programs, and on-line services.  Candidates must be flexible, have regular attendance and be willing to work overtime if necessary.

Resumes will only be accepted for position posted. Please click here to apply.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States.

We appreciate your interest in the position.  Please note that after our hiring committee has considered all candidates for this position, we will reach out only to those who will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process.  Accordingly, we appreciate your understanding that we will only 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 an Office Coordinator in its Jackson, MS 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:

• Answering phones and greeting clients and visitors;
• Maintain neatness of lobby and conference center;
• Scheduling conference rooms including required technology and catering requests;
• Order catering for conferences: stock pantry supplies;
• Make hotel reservations as requested;
• Preparing the daily check deposit and issuing account checks as needed;
• Mail delivery and pick-up;
• Handling of all copy jobs and stocking office supplies;
• Assistant to the Office Administrator;
• Administrative duties as assigned including printing and mailing projects;

Qualifications Include:

• Basic knowledge of office equipment, including computer and copiers;
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word and Excel;
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order 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;

Requirements Include:

• Office administrative experience (law firm experience preferred but not required);
• Confidentiality;
• Must be willing to learn new tasks and adapt to change easily;
• Exceptional client service skills;
• Work effectively within a group or independently.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes accepted only 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. 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 has an immediate opening for a full-time Receptionist/Office Assistant in its Fort Lauderdale office. The ideal candidate will be extremely professional, possess exceptional communication and organizational skills, computer skills, and have a proficiency in MS Outlook and basic typing skills.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining a professional appearance at all times
• Greeting clients and visitors
• Answering phone calls, routing appropriately and/or taking messages
• Collecting and distributing mail
• Receiving, logging and routing deliveries
• Inventorying and ordering pantry and office supplies
• Composing and circulating Daily News email
• Submitting invoices to accounting for payment
• Submitting receipts to accounting for reimbursements
• Maintaining and scheduling conference rooms, including verification of technology and catering needs
• May need to serve coffee or refreshments for client meetings
• Maintaining the lobby/break room and all other common office spaces
• Assisting with other clerical duties and special projects as assigned

Skills required:

• Reliability, teamwork, professionalism, ability to multi-task and attention to detail are essential
• Professional phone etiquette
• Excellent organizational and customer service skills
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate and follow instruction of attorneys and staff and provide information with courtesy and tact
• Positive and pleasant attitude
• Self-motivated with critical thinking skills
• Basic knowledge of office equipment, including computers, copiers, and postage machine
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, especially Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Able to prioritize incoming tasks from multiple sources

Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

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, gender identity, marital status, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability or veteran status.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC has an immediate opening for an Accounting Specialist in its Memphis office. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to processing and monitoring incoming client payments by verifying and posting receipts, managing and handling of invoices and expenses within accounting software, and establishing contact with new and existing vendors. Candidate will be cross-trained on general ledger entry, disbursement entry and handle other job-related duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager. Candidate should possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication (oral and written) skills as well as computer experience with knowledge of Windows, Word, and Excel. All applicants should have an aptitude for detail; the ability to work efficiently, and to work under pressure with or without direct supervision. Each candidate must be able to handle multiple projects at the same time. Candidate must be flexible, have regular attendance and be willing to work overtime if necessary. The salary for the position is $45,000/year.

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, gender identity, marital status, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability or veteran status.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC has an opening for a highly skilled Litigation Legal Support Coordinator in its Atlanta, GA office. Ideal candidate will have 3+ years of legal experience; have administrative experience, exceptional communication and organizational skills and the ability to work effectively within a group or independently. Candidate should be proficient in MS Word (high priority), Outlook and Excel and type a minimum of 65 words per minute with high accuracy. This position will support several attorneys. The candidate should be detail oriented and able to work well in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintain calendars with litigation dates and deadlines as well as other necessary dates
• Prioritizing and executing tasks quickly and accurately
• Formatting and setting up documents including pleadings, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Prepare shell documents for attorneys in preparation of discovery, orders, motions, and trial documents
• Filing litigation documents with state and federal courts – knowledge of electronic filing is required
• Excellent proofreading skills
• Update and maintain files in a timely manner
• Time entry, processing client bills, conducting client conflict checks, transcribing dictation
• Reviewing vendor invoices and requesting checks for payment in a timely manner
• Assisting attorneys and paralegals in preparation for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, trials

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes accepted only 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, gender identity, marital status, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability or veteran status.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC has an immediate opening in its Birmingham, AL office for an IT Support Specialist (tiers 2/3). Candidates must be customer-service oriented and proactive in anticipating and resolving issues while maximizing efficient use of computing resources.

Responsibilities:

• Act as second level support.
• Provide support for all applications and hardware.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, research, and resolve issues for users locally and firm-wide.
• Provide 'just in time' desk-side training to attorneys and staff.
• Actively participate in and assists in the pilot of any application updates.
• Provide support for meetings and video conferences.
• Recognize sense of urgency and responds appropriately.
• Communicate and provide appropriate progress and status as necessary to user and management.
• Document, track, and monitor all issues to ensure a timely resolution.
• Proactively, on a regular basis, tour all floors to be visible to users and during outage situations in need of assistance.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on one or more software applications.
• Other responsibilities as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum of two years of user support or related experience. Law firm experience preferred.
• Experience supporting Microsoft Office, Windows and other legal specific core applications.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills required to interact professionally with clients, lawyers, paraprofessionals, other staff members and outside vendors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Technical certifications such as A+ and MCP a plus.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure, demanding, fast paced environment. Ability to work both in a team-based environment and independently.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service at all times.
• Flexibility to work extended hours.
• Possible travel for rollouts and additional location support.
• Ability to lift pc equipment and desktop printers if necessary.

Applications:

• Microsoft Office 2016 and Office 365
• Proficiency with MS Office - MS Word (including styles), Excel, Outlook
• Microsoft Windows 10 and Windows 11
• NetDocuments or similar Document Management System
• DocsCorp Suite – compareDocs, pdfDocs, cleanDocs
• Litera Innova
• SharePoint
• BigHand
• Intapp Time, iTimekeep (time entry) or similar
• LexisNexis InterAction
• Adobe Acrobat 11 or DC
• Microsoft Teams

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.