Join Our Team
At Balch, our professional staff play a key role in achieving excellence for our clients, fulfilling indispensable responsibilities and functions that allow us to sharpen competitive advantages.
Your energy and talents are essential to the advancement of our firm and our clients. In our collaborative environment, you will team up with skilled and approachable colleagues to deliver unsurpassed service to those who trust us to help them navigate their most complex legal challenges.
Benefits & Resources
Our professional staff benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, profit-sharing contributions, 401 (k) deferrals with qualifying match, and paid time off/paid holidays.
Because we want you to grow your career with Balch – and maintain a healthy work-life balance – we also offer a variety of beneficial programs and additional resources including:
- Employee Assistance Program (a free, confidential employee resource program designed to help you and your family with questions, advice and support on everything from parenting, health, stress, time management, personal finances and much more)
- Back-up childcare and elder care program
- Financial wellness seminars
- Free Financial Advisor Services
- Onsite flu shots
- Community service opportunities
Advance Your Growth
Do you want to propel your professional growth and development? We are committed to providing advancement opportunities for all, and will give you the support and resources you need to hone your skills. At Balch, we help you grow your impact through ongoing training, mentoring, coaching and other professional development opportunities.
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Information Security Manager - Birmingham, AL
Responsibilities:
Microsoft 365 Security Expertise
- Lead the design, implementation, and management of security controls within the Microsoft 365 environment.
- Stay current with industry best practices and Microsoft 365 security updates, including Windows Defender for Endpoint, Azure Active Directory, Exchange Online and Microsoft Teams, to continually enhance the firm's security posture.
- Implement and manage security controls specific to Exchange Online and Microsoft Teams, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of communication and collaboration platforms.
Network Security Proficiency- Design and implement network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and VPNs, to safeguard the firm's infrastructure.
- Conduct regular assessments of network security controls and recommend improvements to enhance overall security.
Cloud Security Understanding
- Possess a general understanding of cloud security concepts and best practices, ensuring the secure deployment and operation of cloud-based solutions.
- Collaborate with cloud service providers to implement effective security controls in cloud environments.
NIST Compliance Expertise
- Ensure that information security practices align with NIST frameworks, conducting assessments and implementing controls to maintain compliance.
- Stay abreast of updates to NIST standards and guide the firm in maintaining a NIST-compliant security posture.
Information Security Management
- Develop and implement information security policies, procedures, and standards in alignment with industry regulations, best practices, and NIST guidelines.
- Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate potential security threats.
Technical Leadership
- Provide technical leadership to the information security team, guiding them in the execution of security initiatives.
- Mentor and train team members on Microsoft 365 security technologies, network security protocols, cloud security concepts and NIST compliance.
Incident Response and Management
- Develop and maintain an incident response plan, ensuring the firm is well-prepared to respond to security incidents.
- Lead investigations into security incidents and breaches, implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
Collaboration and Communication
- Collaborate with IT teams, vendors, and others to ensure that security measures are integrated seamlessly into the firm's systems and processes.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing regular updates on the firm's security posture and incident response activities.
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field. Advanced certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, Microsoft 365 security certification(s)) are highly desirable.
- Proven experience as an Information Security Manager or similar role.
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft 365 security technologies, including Defender for Endpoint, Azure Active Directory, Exchange Online, and Microsoft Teams security features.
- Proficiency in network security protocols, firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and related technologies.
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Litigation Paralegal - Gulfport, MS
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 and trial preparation.
- 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 processing, scanning, coding, review 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 collecting, reviewing, and summarizing medical records preferred.
- Experience with eDiscovery platforms, coding, document review, searches and document productions using platforms.
- Some overtime may be required.
- A Bachelor 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.
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Litigation Secretary - Jackson, MS
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare and edit legal documents and correspondence including letters, memos, dictation, briefs, pleadings and reports.
- Organize and maintain files.
- Maintain and track schedules, deadlines and calendars.
- Schedule meetings and conferences.
- Coordinate travel arrangements.
- Answer incoming telephone calls.
- Enter, edit and finalize billable time and client billings, adhering to Outside Counsel Guidelines for multiple clients.
- Research and respond to inquiries and requests for information.
- 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.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Client service focused.
- Prior litigation experience required.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Some overtime may be required.
Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.
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Office Administrator - Jackson, MS
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Direct the recruiting and hiring of professional staff.
- Provide support to recruiting initiatives for attorneys.
- Assist with the onboarding process for new attorneys and professionals.
- Coordinate training and professional development of staff.
- Organize and manage work assignments and coverage of support services.
- Prepare expense and trust account checks; perform other light accounting functions as needed.
- Participate in the annual budgeting process; operate within expected financial guidelines and budgets.
- Plan office special events, meetings, parties, and community service initiatives.
- Implement firm policies, procedures and standards.
- Conduct performance evaluations, counseling, and disciplinary actions for professional staff within prescribed guidelines.
- Support facility maintenance activities.
- Other special projects as requested.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous experience in a legal or professional services environment strongly preferred.
- Ability to work well under time constraints and pressures.
- Conflict resolution and problem solving skills.
- Effective communication with a large and diverse group of individuals.
- Demonstrated ability to build and lead effective and successful teams.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites and video conferencing platforms.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or comparable field required.
Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.
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Office Services Assistant - Montgomery, AL
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Receive, sort, and distribute packages and other mail items.
- Deliver letters, legal documents, and packages to clients, law firms, and other businesses.
- Send files to offsite storage facility and retrieve files as needed.
- File documents with various courts.
- Serve subpoenas as needed.
- Prepare legal documents for scanning; photocopy and scan legal documents.
- Print and bind documents and materials.
- Assist with coordination, set up, and clean-up of conference rooms, common areas, and office events.
- Pick up meals, deliver and set up for firm meetings and office events.
- Order, receive, and stock supply inventory.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
- Duties may vary from time to time and from office to office.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- General knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to multi-task and work independently in a fast paced environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; client service focused.
- Strong attention to detail; ability to follow detailed project instructions.
- High regard for confidentiality.
- Reliable transportation, current driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
- Some overtime may be required.
- Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Prior facilities experience in a law firm or other professional services environment preferred.
Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.
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Legal Secretary - Gulfport, MS
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare and edit legal documents and correspondence including letters, memos, briefs, pleadings, discovery, contracts, transactional documents and reports.
- Organize and maintain client 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 Guideline for multiple clients.
- Research and respond to inquiries and requests for information.
- 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.
- Previous legal experience preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.
Balch & Bingham LLP is an equal employment opportunity employer. Balch & Bingham LLP provides equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. All applicants and employees will be treated in a non-discriminatory manner, without regard to age, color, disability, gender (including gender identity or expression), genetic information, national origin, race, (including hair textures and types, and hairstyles commonly or historically associated with race) religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or any classification protected by federal, state or local law.