Job Description
Job Description
SUMMARY :
l ong term temporary / 3 days a week
The Corporate Paralegal will play a key role within the Legal Department, providing essential assistance to in-house counsel and collaborating with business people throughout the Company.
This position involves a variety of legal tasks and practice areas, including, but not limited to, contracts, litigation, HR / employment matters, class actions, trademarks, leasing, compliance, licensing, regulatory matters and additional matters handled by the Legal Department.
The Corporate Paralegal will help enhance the efficiency of the Legal Department by diligently handling cases, managing deadlines and providing administrative support to in-house counsel and other staff.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Attention to all practice areas referenced in the Summary section above.
- Prepare legal documents, including, but not limited to, contracts (Distributor, Supply, Vendor Agreements, etc.), correspondence, memos, charts and timelines.
- Provide administrative support to the Legal Department by establishing, organizing and maintaining files, calendars and deadlines, in addition to project and task management.
- Conduct investigations, research and analysis of legal claims and matters.
- Communicate with and serve as a liaison for internal Company departments to ensure Company goals are attained.
- Communicate with outside counsel and consultants to navigate, facilitate, address and monitor complex matters.
- Other duties may be assigned, as needed, or required.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS :
Paralegal certification (preferred).Minimum of eight (8) years paralegal experience.Experience and / or familiarity with local, state and federal laws, rules, regulations and Court procedures.Advanced computer skills, including using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).Working knowledge of and experience using Legal Practice Management Software.Strong ability to work well within a team, complete tasks independently, multi-task and work under strict deadlines.Attention to detail, organized and results-oriented individual.Excellent communication, interpersonal and administrative skills.WORK ENVIRONMENT Corporate office ( 3 days per week in office). No remote or hybrid work.