Washington, D.C.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks a mid-level associate with four or more years of debt finance experience to join its thriving Financial Services Transaction practice. Specific experience representing lenders and borrowers on leveraged finance transactions, including drafting and negotiating credit agreements, intercreditor agreements, security agreements and other primary loan documents, as well as managing transaction closings and supervising junior associates and paralegals is preferred. Experience with mezzanine finance or other private credit funds is a plus. Applicants who have excellent analytical and writing skills, as well as a strong understanding of acquisition financing, are sought to become a part of a nationally recognized financial services team. We seek a bright, hard-working person with good judgment and attention to detail. For consideration, please click here. Please also include your resume, cover letter, and a copy of your law school transcript.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC, an AM Law 200 firm, is actively seeking a Legal Research Analyst. The position will be responsible for providing reference and expert research services firm-wide under general supervision and according to Firm policies and procedures. The Firm office locations of Nashville, Atlanta, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. are preferred; however, additional Firm office locations may be considered.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential functions are primarily job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation made by the employer.

• Demonstrates the ability to work efficiently, maintain high productivity, and consistently deliver a reasonable volume of quality work within established deadlines.
• Provides efficient, cost-effective, reliable expert research and reference support to lawyers, legal assistants and admin departments utilizing the most appropriate online databases and material daily.
• Instructs patrons in best use of online databases.
• Performs legal, legislative and company research support proficiently.
• Participates in pilot programs evaluating new research products and testing applications.
• Actively engages professional development to maintain expert-level knowledge and stays abreast of changes and enhancements to all firm resources.
• Builds and produces current awareness newsletters, alerts and tracks as well as monitors legislative issues, as requested.
• Promptly assigns reference inquiries to self, corresponds with requestor and records details of completed research requests in the firm research que.
• Assists in creating user reference guides, training development and other initiatives to promote awareness and support end-users.
• Assists in maintaining up-to-date research resources across practice group sites as changes/additions occur with the various databases.
• Assists in driving strategy and product development.
• Produces white papers on industry hot topics to best inform our attorneys and/or clients on an as needed basis.
• Works with the Director of Knowledge Management and Research, the Client Solutions Group, Business Development and other departments collaboratively on projects and assignments.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• High school diploma required. BA, MLS and/or JD desired.
• 3+ years of legal reference and research experience with deep and broad knowledge of legal materials and databases used to support the firm's vast array of practice areas and jurisdictions.
• Proficient in legal research databases and software programs to include, but not limited to Westlaw Precision, Lexis+, Wolters Kluwer-VitalLaw, Bloomberg Law, PACER, Courthouse News Service, Checkpoint RIA, HeinOnline, Drafting Assistant, Accurint, Quest and TLO amongst others required.
• Professional interpersonal skills required in order to communicate and follow instructions effectively and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact.
• Customer service focused.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple competing requests and demands, providing high level of customer service and maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
• Self-motivated, detail oriented and well organized to work independently or collaboratively against tight deadlines.
• Work occasionally may require after hours and weekend coverage to perform the essential duties of the position.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes only accepted for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume. After our hiring committee has had a chance to review all candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process. We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity and marital status.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC has an immediate opening for a Legal Support Assistant in its Washington, D.C. office. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience, a positive attitude and a solid work ethic.  Prior experience in a law firm is a must. 

The candidate must be detail oriented, extremely organized, able to work in a fast-paced environment, able to follow directions, and meet deadlines.  Responsibilities include some experience with court filings, preparing legal documents and correspondence, scanning, coordinating meetings and attorney calendars, travel arrangements, expense reports, time entry, running conflicts, opening and maintaining client files, and assisting with daily office tasks.  Must be proficient in heavy word processing skills to include use of styles.  The candidate must be able to demonstrate exceptional communication and organizational skills, work both independently and as part of a group.  The candidate must have excellent computer skills, proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint, and type a minimum of 65 wpm with high accuracy.  Excellent communication skills are required for both internal and external client relationships. 

Additional Duties:

• Compile documents to prepare for deposition of expert witness
• Organize the document production in pending litigation
• Handle e-filing
• Handle deposition calendar and organize deposition files in pending litigation
• Prepare a chronology of discovery correspondence
• Begin to work on a trial exhibit list

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States.  Resumés accepted only for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume.  After our hiring committee has had a chance to review all candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process.  We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability or veteran status.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC has an immediate opening for a front line Help Desk Support Specialist located in any of our offices. This position would work a Tuesday through Saturday shift.  A candidate with three or more years of experience working in a legal environment is desired (legal secretary, paralegal, etc.).  We may be willing to train a candidate on the technical requirements depending on that candidate’s level of experience working with attorneys and legal staff.

Responsibilities will include:

• Providing remote support via telephone and remote access to end-users.
• Proficiency in Windows 11 operating system and Office 365 , Net Documents document management system; applications w/emphasis on Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Ability to research technical issues and document solutions in a timely manner.
• Tracking incidents through resolution, providing written solutions to problems for Knowledge Base.
• Communicating effectively with both unskilled and skilled PC users.
• Handling sensitive and/or confidential documents and information.

Job Requirements will include:

• Knowledge of Document Management Systems (Net Documents)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (including PowerPoint presentations, Excel spreadsheets and Word styles, legal numbering, tables, etc.)
• Knowledge of legal systems & usage a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes only accepted for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume. After our hiring committee has had a chance to review all candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process. We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity and marital status.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC has an immediate opening for a Competitive Intelligence Coordinator located in any of its offices. This role supports the Competitive Intelligence Manager with research and analysis on companies, industries and competitors, reporting to the Director of Business Development. Individuals who are intellectually curious with an understanding of business, industry and legal trends will excel in this position.

The Competitive Intelligence Coordinator will:

• Become familiar with all aspects of assigned attorney groups, including their profitability and their current marketing activities, and gain a general understanding of the area of law each group practices.
• Conduct in-depth research to prepare profiles on companies, competitors and industries to uncover key, actionable information and insights; summarizes into crisp, compelling deliverables.
• Utilize research resources, including Bloomberg Law, Capital IQ, Hoovers, Lexis+, Westlaw Precision and other resources, as necessary.
• Proactively monitor news and intelligence sources for business development and market visibility opportunities.
• Assist with data collection, task management, deadline management and scheduling for competitive intelligence activities.
• Collaborate with other business services departments to streamline reporting and maximize resources, including billing, conflicts, data governance, data reporting, IT, knowledge management, legal project management, library, etc.
• Apply software and technology resources to improve processes and build efficiencies for the Marketing and Business Development Department.
• Regularly conduct data entry and audits of large data sets.
• Handle special projects as assigned by Chief Marketing & Business Development Officer and Director of Business Development.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Ability to build and maintain solid working relationships, both within and outside of the Firm.
• Highly organized and able to prioritize, multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail. 
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Legal, business and industry research skills.
• Ability to work with data sets, databases, software applications and online research resources.
• Ability to follow instructions and be self-directed.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams as well as independently.
• Must have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of other Microsoft products, including SharePoint, Teams, One Note and Word.
• Ability to handle situations diplomatically and professionally.
• Ability to periodically work more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position. 

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes only accepted for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume. After our hiring committee has had a chance to review all candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process. We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity and marital status.