Legal Assistant (Remote) - Office of General Counsel - Risk Management

Overview

This role involves managing paralegal aspects of disputes and litigation from inception through discovery and trial, as well as providing contracting support and administration. The individual will also assist with transactions, closings, regulatory analysis, and legal research to support attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage litigation files, including gathering, organizing, and indexing documents and information related to litigation.
• Maintain calendars and docketing systems to meet deadlines.
• Attend meetings, hearings, and trials as needed.
• Perform electronic legal research.
• Assist attorneys in preparing cases for trial.
• Prepare deposition and case summaries and other reports related to pending litigation.
• Manage and administer a large volume of contracts of various types.
• Maintain a database to track key contract terms such as renewal and termination dates and financial flows.
• Review, summarize, and evaluate contracts; organize and maintain contract files.
• Perform initial review of contracts and agreements for subsequent attorney review.
• Draft routine contracts and amendments under attorney supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Remote work option available.
• Typically working at a desk or table using office equipment.

Qualifications

Required

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a corporate or litigation paralegal.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree.
• Skills in analytical thinking, business (corporate) law, client service, contract management, database applications, detail orientation, federal court litigation, legal assistance, Microsoft Office, multitasking, oral and written communication, organizing, paralegal education, portfolio management, problem-solving, professional ethics and etiquette, task management, teamwork, time management, and ability to work independently.

Certifications/Licenses

• No specific certifications or professional licenses required.

Driver's License

• Not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Grade: G10-H
• Salary Range: $25.47 - $39.49 per hour, based on qualifications, performance, equity, market rates, and budget.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan with combined employee and employer contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness programs including challenges, health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness courses, employee assistance program, financial resources, and access to dietitians.
• Family benefits including 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with a new child, family care resources, and adult care support.
• Tuition coverage for employees and their families, including up to 100% for dependent undergraduate tuition at the institution and 40% elsewhere after seven years of service.

Location

• Position offers remote work option.

Additional Information

• All external candidates will undergo pre-employment screening including criminal background check, drug screening, employment and education verification, physical examination, vaccinations, and governmental registry checks as applicable.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
• Equal employment opportunity is provided without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.