U.S. Xpress, Inc. is a leader in the transportation industry. U.S. Xpress brings together an unbeatable team of experts who consistently offer transportation solutions to our customers. From our top professionals behind the wheel to our sales staff to our customer service and operations personnel, we work together to keep America's freight moving down our nation's highways. At U.S. Xpress, we believe that it's important to find the right people and to provide them with the best tools for the job. We work each day to put our people and our customers in the best position to succeed.

U.S. Xpress is currently seeking a Legal Analyst.

Position Purpose

Provides assistance in preparing legal documents.  Prepares drafts of contracts involving leases, licenses, purchases, sales, insurance and related matters.  Assists attorney in handling all special projects. Research all pertinent legal matters.  

Job Functions

•     Review all legal documents by ensuring that all standard provisions are incorporated.   

•     Analyze and record legal documents to locate trends or inaccuracies

•     Centralize and organize all legal documents.

•     Verify that all involved parties are in agreement on the conditions of established agreements.

•     Compile reports on status of all legal agreements.   

•     Prepare various legal documents as needed by senior management.

•     Prepare depositions for litigation. 

•     Submits weekly reports to senior management on status of open projects and any issues related.

•     Research legal issues as they arise.

•     Performs special legal projects for senior management and corporate officers.

•     Maintains an accurate filing system for all legal documents, research materials and any litigation paperwork.

•     Maintains awareness of current laws and regulations pertinent to the trucking industry.

•     May involve some reporting and renewing of SCAC codes.

•     May include other duties as assigned by Management.

Key Knowledge and Experience

•     2-5 years experience as a legal assistant.

•     Experience in a law firm with litigation strongly preferred.

•     Certified Legal Assistant or Certified Paralegal preferred.

•     Expertise in organizing legal files.

•     Proficient in word processing or other software programs necessary to perform job function.

•     Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint. 

•     Superior communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; strong problem-solving and innovative-thinking skills.

U.S. Xpress, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. U.S. Xpress, Inc. promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.

U.S. Xpress, Inc. is a drug-free workplace.  A drug screen and criminal background check are required for all positions.