Legal Administrator

The Daily WireNashville, TennesseeOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 7 hours ago

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About this role

Primary Responsibilities

- Organize and maintain legal documents, contracts, and agreements; assist with drafting and formatting; and coordinate document execution, distribution, and filing.

- Provide administrative support to the legal team, including calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, correspondence, and meeting materials.

- Support attorneys with U.S. and international trademark and copyright protection, including applications, registrations, document preparation, and docket and deadline tracking.

- Help manage the company’s insurance portfolio by preparing applications, maintaining coverage summaries, coordinating claims, and working with brokers to support appropriate, cost-effective coverage.

- Assist with monitoring regulatory requirements and preparing and submitting filings, licenses, permits, and other compliance documentation.

- Maintain legal records retention and disposal procedures while protecting the confidentiality, security, and integrity of sensitive and privileged information.

- Conduct legal research on case law, statutes, and regulations, and summarize findings in reports, memos, and presentations for legal counsel and senior management.

- Coordinate vendor selection, contract negotiations, and ongoing relationships, including issue resolution, performance evaluations, service reviews, and renewals.

Experience & Requirements

- 2–3 years of experience in a legal administrative role or equivalent relevant work experience.

- Working knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and document management practices.

- Proficiency with legal software, including document management systems and legal research databases.

- Familiarity with electronic discovery (e-discovery) processes.

- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize competing tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

- Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

- A collaborative, team-focused approach to supporting attorneys and other legal staff.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.