Corporate Paralegal

Job Summary

• Performing legal research
• Drafting legal documents (including contracts)
• Actively supporting outside counsel with litigation
• Preparing legal communications, correspondence and documentation.

RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Handle variety of tasks and matters with respect to litigation
• Maintain litigation database to locate, compile and analyze files and information.  
• Manage calendar for legal filings and deadlines.
• Periodically audit adherence to litigation hold procedures.
• Prepare and review contracts and other legal documents under the guidance of a supervising attorney, including sponsorship, non-disclosure, independent contractor, service provider, event agreements and waivers. 
• Assist in the development and maintenance of standard contract templates.
• Assist in the development and implementation of processes, systems and required tools to ensure that contracts are prepared accurately, efficiently and timely.
• Draft, review and advise on promotions, contests and sweepstakes rules and related agreements.
• Assist with and manage special projects and research related to the Legal Department.
• Respond to questions from business units, including providing direction regarding compliance with organization policies, procedures and guidelines. 
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred).


• Paralegal certification from an approved program (preferred).


• 3-5 years of corporate transactional experience.


• 3+ years of litigation experience.


• Team player, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment handling a variety of matters from contract management to litigation and corporate matters.


• High level of organization skills, with an ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and carry out responsibilities independently.


• Highly-motivated self-starter with ability to work autonomously while functioning well in a collaborative team environment.


• A high-degree of professionalism and discretion with the ability to interact appropriately and comfortably with senior management.


• Ability to understand business operations, issues and dynamics beyond the scope of basic legal issues. 


• Advanced proficiency with MS Office