Legal Assistant/ParaLegal
Company: STI
Location: Nashville
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job role: Legal Assistant Location:710 James Robertson Parkway
5th Floor Andrew Johnson Tower, Nashville, Tennessee, 37243
Contract: 24Months Rate: $19 per hour W2 Description: The Tennessee
Department of Health is seeking an exceptional individual to serve
as Legal Assistant to support the Department’s Office of General
Counsel. The position reports directly to the Deputy General
Counsel and supports attorneys with projects relating to the review
of contracts and public records requests. The ideal candidate
enjoys working in a dynamic team environment and would have a
working knowledge of confidentiality laws, including HIPAA and the
Tennessee Public Records Act. Position requires weekly in-office
time. This is a contract position not eligible for state employee
benefits. Key Responsibilities: Support attorneys in the review of
grants, contracts, amendments, and other procuring documents.
Assists with the review of records for production in response to
public records requests, data requests, and media inquiries.
Organize and streamline the process for responding to public
records requests, data requests, and media requests by using an
automated case management system. Provide legal support to other
programs within the Department, to include guidance on compliance
with public health laws and regulations. Work cooperatively with
department programs, administrative staff, and other state
agencies. Complete special projects as assigned by attorneys.
Minimum Qualifications: The ideal candidate should have highly
developed interpersonal skills; a strong sense of the importance of
follow-up, follow–through, and attention to detail in all areas of
responsibility; excellent verbal and written communication skills;
superior time and record management skills; and an ability to
maintain confidential information. Qualifications: Education
equivalent to graduation from an accredited college, university, or
professional school with one of the following: (1) an Associate’s
Degree in Paralegal or Legal Assistant studies; (2) a Bachelor’s
Degree in Paralegal or Legal Assistant studies; (3) Paralegal
Certificate; or (4) one year (28 semester hours) of graduate level
law school. One year of work experience preferred.
Keywords: STI, Clarksville , Legal Assistant/ParaLegal, Legal , Nashville, Tennessee
