Description

JOB SUMMARY: The Paralegal provides comprehensive legal support to attorneys across contracts, litigation, claims, and corporate matters. This role manages contract administration, supports all phases of litigation, conducts legal research, and handles administrative functions to ensure efficient operation of the legal department. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation:

•          Provide clerical support including but not limited to filing, scanning, faxing, typing, and processing invoices and requisitions
•          Administer contract processes within the OnSpring legal management system from initiation through completion
•          Communicate professionally with internal and external customers to ensure timely contract execution
•          Monitor legal department mailboxes for incoming litigation, claims, compliance issues, contracts, and legal inquiries
•          Conduct pre-claim and litigation investigations, legal research, and initial case assessments within legal management system
•          Perform litigation support including calendaring hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics
•          Monitor tradenames, trademarks, and licenses for state agency filings and renewals
•          Answer, screen, and direct telephone calls and electronic communications
•          Assist with monthly reports and Risk Assessment assignments for attorneys
•          Draft correspondence on behalf of attorneys with direction
•          Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

•          Associate degree in Paralegal Studies from ABA-approved program OR Paralegal Certificate from ABA-approved program required
•          Proven paralegal work experience
•          Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat Pro
•          Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to draft professional correspondence
•          Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines in fast-paced environment
•          Ability to work independently with sound judgment and escalate matters appropriately
•          Meticulous attention to detail with thorough and accurate task execution
•          Adaptable and flexible with positive attitude toward change
•          Team player with ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships
•          Conducts work ethically, professionally, and with strict confidentiality
•          Willingness to take on additional responsibilities
•          Experience with or willingness to learn AI tools and emerging technologies

REMOTE WORK REQUIRMENTS:

•          Stable, high-speed internet connection
• Experience with teleconferencing
•          Access to a quiet workspace
•          Smartphone/mobile device

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the responsibilities of the job, the person in this position will be required to frequently communicate information so others will understand. The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time and must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. The person in this position may need to occasionally move about the inside of an office. The person in this position may need to position self to maintain files in a cabinet and place computers under a desk or in a cabinet. This position requires ability to constantly observe typewritten text on a computer screen. The person in this role is required to operate a laptop and use a telephone regularly. The person in this position may be required to travel throughout the USA by automobile or airplane, which may require overnight lodging.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the person in this role may be in a stationary position in an office setting and may be exposed to quiet to moderate noise level.

OTHER DUTIES: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job.  This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. This job description is subject to change at any time.

CBC Companies is committed to equal opportunity employment, and employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.  Employment-related decisions are not influenced or affected by an employee’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship, military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law. The Company endorses a work environment free from discrimination and harassment.