Paralegal

Overview

Paralegal — Endangered Species and Carnivore Conservation program. Reports to Legal and Program Directors. Location : Portland, Oregon and / or Oregon preferred; remote-work applicants considered from other locations. This is a full-time position; hourly non-exempt with eligibility for overtime. The position is within the Bargaining Unit for which some fees may apply depending on location.

Position Title and Classification

Job Title : Paralegal - (Associate, Staff, or Senior - DOE). Employment Type : Full-time. Job Classification : Paralegal - (Associate, Staff, or Senior - DOE).

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents, check citations, format tables of contents and authorities for briefs, proofread, and ensure compliance with court rules in various federal jurisdictions.
• File documents using PACER / ECF across multiple federal jurisdictions.
• Serve legal documents by certified mail, prepare copies, communicate with vendors and Clerks' offices, and related tasks.
• Maintain litigation-tracking databases and calendar management for court filings, administrative actions, and deadlines.
• Prepare and index administrative records and appendices / excerpts in litigation.
• Prepare billing spreadsheets.
• Conduct factual and legal research and document review; assist attorneys with discovery review, organization, and summarization; retrieve documents from PACER and other databases.
• Finalize and submit petitions and comment letters, including online references.
• Maintain legal library and update court rules and reference materials.
• Maintain electronic databases and systems for filings, program campaigns, and program management.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support for the program as needed.
• Assist with preparation for events such as public presentations, rallies, and hearings.
• Handle and track payments for expenses (filing fees, bar dues, CLE registration) and submit monthly expense reports to Accounting.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Senior Level Duties

Essential Qualifications and Skills

Location & Working Conditions

Portland, Oregon and / or Oregon preferred but not required. Remote possible but infrequent travel may be required. Typical office hours Monday–Friday with some night and weekend work due to deadlines. Occasional travel and standard office environment.

Physical and Cognitive Requirements

Ability to process information, communicate effectively, and work under deadlines. Various physical requirements listed in the original posting; reasonable accommodations may be provided as needed.

Benefits (Subject to Change)

For regular staff working 30+ hours / week :

For all regular staff :

EEO Statement

The Center for Biological Diversity is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all laws regarding work authorization and encourage applicants regardless of current work authorization.

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