Legal Assistant (Remote)

LEGAL ASSISTANTFull-Time, Non-ExemptRemote (U.S.) or Hybrid near Nashville, TN$20-$30 per hour, depending on experience

ABOUT THE LAW FIRM FOR TRUCK SAFETY

The Law Firm for Truck Safety is a nationally recognized law firm dedicated exclusively to representing victims of catastrophic truck crashes. Our attorneys are leaders in trucking litigation and many hold Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs) and board certifications in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA).  

We take the time to get to know each client personally, so that we can champion their story and help them receive the full measure of justice they deserve. We achieve record results and win the right way. 

Our mission extends beyond the courtroom. We work alongside clients, lawmakers, and industry leaders to advocate for meaningful trucking safety reforms and to help prevent future tragedies. Through legal excellence, education, and industry advocacy, we are committed to creating a safer future on our roads and helping families rebuild after devastating crashes. 

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our team of dedicated professionals. In this role, you will work closely with the Senior Paralegal to support the Managing Partner and Litigation Attorney of our Nashville litigation team.

This position plays an important role in the day-to-day coordination of complex personal injury cases. Responsibilities include document preparation, case organization, records management, scheduling, and tracking key deadlines across active litigation matters.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. You should enjoy working collaboratively while also being able to take ownership of tasks and move them forward independently.

This is a remote position. Candidates must be available to work regular hours aligned with the Central time zone. Candidates located in the Nashville area may be asked to work in a hybrid arrangement with regular in-office collaboration.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Senior Paralegal with ongoing case management tasks
• Assist with new case intake, including gathering accident reports, police records, and other publicly available documents, and coordinating with investigators as directed
• Conduct basic factual research such as identifying corporate entities, verifying insurance coverage, and locating public records relevant to active cases
• Organize, manage, and maintain electronic case files and related documents
• Draft, revise, and format legal documents and correspondence using Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and other digital tools
• Coordinate with outside vendors including court reporters, process servers, expert consultants, and copy services to ensure timely completion of case-related tasks
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, depositions, and other legal proceedings
• Assist with tracking deadlines, follow-ups, and action items across case files
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel as needed
• Support in ordering and tracking medical records and related documentation
• Perform quality checks on documents, filings, and case entries
• Help ensure timely responses to subpoenas and discovery requests
• Assist with the preparation of trial notebooks and exhibits
• Collaborate with internal teams to keep projects and case milestones on track

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree (Bachelor's preferred); equivalent experience considered
• At least 1–2 years of experience working in a law firm or legal department
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, particularly Outlook, Word, and Teams
• Proficiency with PDF editing software, Adobe Acrobat Pro or equivalent
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Familiarity with legal procedures and terminology
• Experience supporting litigation preferred
• Experience with Clio or comparable legal software preferred
• Experience in personal injury or truck accident litigation a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. Unless otherwise indicated, Accuity positions require interaction with people and technology while either sitting or standing. Employees must be able to communicate via phone, email, etc. and sit for extended periods of time, with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical effort and exposure to physical risk are limited to that of an office role / environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, other)
• Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave
• Remote work environment
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of truck crash victims and their families

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The Firm for Truck Safety reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. A position description is written for each position in our company and maintained on file with HR. The purpose of these position descriptions is to define job standards and essential functions and physical requirements, as well as marginal or peripheral duties and reporting relationships for the various positions throughout our company. Employees may request a copy of their position description at the time of hire and whenever accountabilities change significantly. Position descriptions are designed to promote a better understanding of the total job for both employees and supervisors. Supervisors will refer to position descriptions during the recruitment and hiring process, as well as during performance appraisal discussion. Position descriptions are updated periodically to reflect changes in job duties and organizational structure. Employees should schedule time to meet with their supervisor if they believe their position description needs updating or if they have questions

The Law Firm for Truck Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law. We use technology-assisted tools, including automated systems, to help review and evaluate applications. These tools support, but do not replace, human decision-making. All hiring decisions are made in accordance with applicable anti-discrimination laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicants or employees who require a reasonable accommodation are encouraged to notify the Firm so that an appropriate accommodation can be discussed and implemented.