Paralegal

Description

• Meet all performance and behavior expectations outlined in the company performance appraisal form or communicated by management
• Administer department document management software and multiple SharePoint sites, experience with Thomson Reuters Legal Tracker software preferred.
• Provide administrative support to attorneys including scheduling meetings, preparing expense reports, sending and receiving mail, filing, making travel arrangements, and other projects as assigned.
• Managing litigation holds
• Project management, data compilation and summary, drafting and proofing documents, and records maintenance.
• Manage various collaborative reporting and compliance activities, both independently and as a supporting role to paralegals and attorneys.
• Researching answers to interrogatories, document requests, and subpoenas
• Follow the company HR Policy, the Code of Business Conduct and all subsidiary and department policies and procedures, including protecting confidential company information, attending work punctually and as scheduled, and following good safety and cybersecurity practices in all activities
• Provide litigation support.
• Perform tracking and filing of complaints, motions, and orders
• Draft periodic legal reports and summaries for management.
• Provide support for acquisition activity including but not limited to performing due diligence, assisting in the preparation of transaction documents, obtaining certificates of good standing, and performing UCC searches.
• Perform legal and business research and communicate findings in memoranda.
• Establish and maintain positive and productive work relationships with all staff, vendors and business partners

Requirements

• 2 or 4-year degree, paralegal studies; or
• 2+ years’ experience working as a paralegal in a law department within a corporation or law firm.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, to synthesize and present information timely and accurately.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, Internet use, and office equipment operation.
• Familiarity with litigation process and procedure.
• Effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently research, process, and professionally present information both verbally and in writing on a wide variety of topics.
• Paralegal certificate
• Ability to work independently and responsibly and to prioritize multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Ability to work in a hybrid onsite environment.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, a customer-service focus and the ability to work well as a member of a team.
• Experience using PACER desired.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance