RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in the recruitment effort for professional staff including job postings, application and resume screening, scheduling interviews, and reference checks.  
• Manage background screenings, pre-employment tasks, and employment verification processes.      
• Recommend, plan, and coordinate various special events, workshops, and seminars.
• Complete administrative tasks required to execute annual HR training and performance processes.  
• Coordinate various firm-wide benefit programs including, but not limited to, Employee Assistance Program, Back-Up Care, and Wellness Initiatives.   
• Assist in benefits administration and serve as backup for payroll processing.   
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices. 
• Assist with various research or special projects. 

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential situations and documents.
• Ability to resolve problems or issues, by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation, or government law. 
• Ability to set priorities and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of client service skills. 
• Knowledge of principles and practices of human resources. 
• A bachelor’s degree in human resources management, business administration, or related field. 
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the human resources field preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and video conference platforms.
   

Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Business Development Strategy: Assist in developing and executing business development strategies to support the firm’s growth and revenue goals. Identify new opportunities and assist in creating plans to raise the profile of the practices and partners.
• RFP/Proposal Generation: Evaluate RFP/proposal opportunities and provide recommendations. Work closely with practice groups and attorneys to help create tailored proposals and/or responses to RFPs, including identifying practices, professionals, and experience to include in the materials; writing and editing copy; and managing proofreading, production, and distribution.
• Business Development Training: Assist in providing training opportunities and support to attorneys on effective business development techniques and client relationship management. Assist in the development of curriculum, putting together course materials, sourcing speakers, recommending seminars/training, and follow up as required.
• Directory Submission: Working with internal and external resources, ensure timely completion and submission of all relevant award submissions and related references.
• Thought Leadership: In coordination with marketing, help identify topics for thought leadership that reflect leading trends in the market; advise on potential presenters and/or authors.
• Event and Sponsorships: Identify, research, and evaluate external speaking, sponsorship and membership affiliation opportunities; provide recommendations. Assist with implementation as needed.
• Competitive Analysis: Track industry trends and competitor activities to ensure the firm remains competitive in its business development efforts.
• Business Results: Analyze, monitor, and report on the success of business development initiatives, identify best practices, and adjust strategies as needed.
• Lateral On-Boarding: In collaboration with the marketing team, create materials for new lateral hires, including welcome presentations and client communications.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree with 3-5+ years of business development experience; legal or professional services preferred.
  
• Exceptional communication skills, including strong writing, editorial and proofreading skills.
  
• Strong analytical skills. Exceptional attention to detail.
  
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the consistent ability to meet deadlines.
  
• Extraordinary client service skills, strong influencing and negotiating skills, and an ability to persuade others to deliver.
  
• Technologically savvy with demonstrated proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, and/or proposal generator software.
  
   

Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.

Responsibilities:

• Support substantive legal division processes by performing key job functions such as drafting and/or reviewing legal documentation and correspondence with minimal attorney supervision. 
• Prepare for and coordinate litigation proceedings, monitor litigation caseload, and assist with pre-trial discovery including expert, party and fact witness depositions and trial preparation including exhibit organization, witness preparation and logistical coordination of all aspects of trial.
• Manage litigation holds, document reviews, and document production.
• Assist with development and implementation of efficient workflows relating to document review and other aspects of case management.
• Coordinate document discovery including requesting records, processing, scanning, coding, review, follow-up and production. 
• Organize and maintain legal documentation.
• Research and respond to inquiries and requests for information.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Willingness to learn about complex processes and related documentation, and to analyze and review documents.
• Ability to prioritize and work under tight deadlines.  
• Demonstrates a high degree of discretion, confidentiality, professionalism and judgment.  
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of court system and e-filing procedures required. 
• Minimum of five years of work experience as a litigation paralegal.  
• Experience with eDiscovery platforms, coding, document review, searches and document productions using platforms preferred.
• Some overtime may be required.  
• Some travel may be involved with significant notice provided.
• A bachelor’s degree in legal studies, criminal justice or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills may be acquired and/or certification as a paralegal.

Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare, proofread, and edit legal documents and correspondence including contracts, letters, memos, and reports.
• Maintain calendar and deadlines for attorneys.
• Schedule meetings and conferences.
• Enter, review, and edit time entry for attorneys.
• Coordinate new business intake process.
• Proof and edit monthly and quarterly client billings in accordance with firm and client requirements.   
• Research and respond to inquiries and requests for information.
• Coordinate travel arrangements.  
• Process expense reimbursements and check requests.
• Organize and maintain files.
• Serve as point of contact for guests, vendors, and couriers.  
• Track and order office supplies.  
• Provide other support as necessary.
  
   

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and video conferencing platforms.   
• Detail-oriented and strong follow-through skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members. 
• Ability to handle and adjust to competing deadlines and priorities.  
• Excellent communication skills.  
• Client service focused. 
• Some overtime may be required.
• Prior transactional experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Update and maintain summer candidate and associate files via internal data management systems and software, ensuring accuracy of data entry and completing regular quality checks.  
• Generate reports and summaries to support firm’s DEI Council, Associates Committee, Hiring Committee, and Recruiting Committees. 
• Assist with the planning and implementation of Talent and DEI programs and events, including coordinating logistical and catering arrangements, planning travel and stay accommodations, scheduling meetings, and managing calendars. 
• Assist with processing payments for vendors and suppliers and ordering swag items. 
• General administrative tasks. 
• Maintain detailed financial information for budget tracking purposes. 
• Additional projects related to the firm’s commitment to recruiting, hiring, and retaining diverse talent.   

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a professional setting. 
• Keen attention to detail and excellent organizational skills to support several projects at once.  
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites.  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment independently with limited supervision, as well as part of a team.  
• Strong communication skills.

Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and edit legal documents and correspondence including letters, memos, briefs, pleadings, discovery, and reports.
• Organize and maintain electronic and/or paper files.
• Maintain and track schedules, deadlines and calendars.  
• Schedule meetings and conferences.
• Coordinate travel arrangements.
• Answer incoming telephone calls.
• Enter, edit and/or finalize billable time and client billings, adhering to Outside Counsel Guidelines for multiple clients.
• Research and respond to inquiries and requests for information.
• Maintain confidentiality of work product.  
• Provide other support as necessary.   

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites and video conferencing platforms. 
• Knowledge of ABA Litigation Codes for proper assignment to matters. 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members. 
• Ability to handle and adjust to competing deadlines and priorities. 
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Client service focused.
• Some overtime may be required.
• Prior recent civil litigation experience required, including experience with electronic filing systems in state and federal courts in Alabama.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.