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We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Associate to support civil rights compliance activities in Nashville, Tennessee. This is a Long-term Contract opportunity for someone who can manage sensitive legal and administrative work related to complaints, accommodations, and appeals while maintaining accurate documentation and organized case records. The role will play an important part in helping the team address a sustained increase in workload and uphold federal and state compliance standards.
Job Responsibility
Maintain and organize legal case files by entering relevant information into databases and preparing records for review by case processors and program leadership
Support the handling of discrimination complaints, reasonable accommodation matters, and related appeals by ensuring documentation is complete, accurate, and ready for evaluation
Record case activity in a timely manner and help track progress so matters move efficiently through established case management processes
Prepare concise case summaries and supporting materials for internal stakeholders to assist with review, analysis, and decision-making
Provide administrative and legal support to department leadership when responding to complainants and addressing case-related inquiries
Assist with high-volume transactional work tied to civil rights compliance functions while maintaining attention to detail and confidentiality
Contribute to essential business process activities by adapting to shifting priorities and taking on specialized assignments beyond routine administrative support
Requirements
Experience supporting legal, compliance, or case management operations in an organized office environment
Working knowledge of civil rights, discrimination, complaints, or appeals processes and the importance of accurate documentation
Proficiency in maintaining databases, entering case information, and organizing records for efficient retrieval and review
Ability to prepare clear summaries, status updates, and other written materials based on case information
Strong organizational skills with the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume workload environment
Careful approach with the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly and in accordance with compliance standards
Adaptability and sound judgment when responding to changing needs and supporting specialized legal assistant functions