Legal Assistant

Client: State of Tennessee
Job Title: Legal Assistant
Duration: 12 Months
Start Date: ASAP
Position Type: Contract
Number of Hours: 37.5 Hours a Week
Location: Downtown Nashville TN.
Interview Type: Webcam/Inperson.
CEIPAL ID: STNHD078FY
Position ID: 62078

Note: Training is extensive up to 6 weeks prescheduled virtual / inoffice (by supervisor request) and contractors must attend training every day to build proficiency.
No Preplanned PTO will be approved during training weeks.

State of Tennessee Department of Human Services.

Responsibilities:
Determine individual and family eligibility for our clients care programs.
Assist in coordinating and communicating schedules to internal/external Clients.
Conduct client interviews collect facts and information and compile case data to provide recommendations to an attorney.
Timely management of casework including proper documentation and case resolution.
Provide legal research analysis of legal papers and draft legal documents. Document findings accurately.
Work efficiently / effectively in multiple databases to extract information.
Attend workgroup meetings and participate in discussions.
Assist leadership team as necessary.

Required /Desired Skills/ Experience/ Education:
Must have a bachelors or associate degree.
A background in Paralegal studies is a plus.
Work experience in a Legal environment a plus.
Customer service or call center experience a plus.
Proven technical skills (e.g. Microsoft Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint SharePoint etc.).
Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize work to meet specific deadlines with minimal supervision.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Keen attention to detail and adherence to deadlines.
Strong time management notetaking email organization and distribution skills.
Critical thinking and problemsolving skills.

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