Corporate Legal Assistant

Overview

LHH is partnering with a reputable law firm to identify an experienced Legal Assistant for its Nashville office. This is a full‑time, onsite role supporting a team of attorneys within a high‑performing legal practice. The ideal candidate brings strong administrative and legal support experience, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.

• Prepare and proofread correspondence, memoranda, and legal documents, including loan agreements, security documents, and due‑diligence materials
• Coordinate attorney calendars; schedule meetings; manage client billing and time entry
• Process new matters; handle mail, faxes, and maintain updated contact lists
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical files, databases, and confidential client documents
• Anticipate attorney needs to support timekeeper efficiency—including transactional support, closing checklists, and due‑diligence coordination
• Communicate professionally with clients, internal departments, and government agencies
• Serve as a Notary Public (when applicable)
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff across multiple office locations
• Perform additional administrative and clerical tasks as assigned

• High School Diploma required;
  Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Prior experience as a Legal Assistant required
• Banking or financial services experience strongly preferred
• Experience or exposure to Fintech, national security, or artificial intelligence is a plus
• Knowledge of mergers & acquisitions, deal structuring, operations, private equity, and/or venture‑capital transactions
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, legal documents, and processes, including state and federal banking regulations
• Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, Excel; experience with document‑management, e‑filing, and database systems
• Net Docs experience strongly preferred
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing deadlines
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and work proactively with limited supervision
• Strong client‑service orientation and ability to work collaboratively across teams
• Flexible, resourceful, and able to adapt to shifting priorities
• May require occasional physical activity in support of office operations

• Employment Type:
  
  Direct Hire
• Location:
  
  Nashville, TN (Fully On-site)
• Compensation: $65,000-$75,000 annually
• Benefits:
  Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO