Paralegal

Overview

A remote contract opportunity for a Paralegal is available with a client of a leading tech career platform. The contract is for a minimum of 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage active lawsuits and arbitrations by tracking deadlines and coordinating with outside and opposing counsel
• Collaborate with interdepartmental stakeholders to gather support, information, and documentation for litigation analysis
• Compile and analyze case facts and serve as a resource
• Review and prepare responses to litigation demands and correspondence
• Compile and review discovery materials for litigation
• Maintain and oversee case files
• Assist in trial preparation and attend trials as needed
• Conduct legal research and assist in drafting and updating employee guidelines and procedures
• Support General Counsel and attorneys with various projects
• Provide ongoing and backup support to paralegal staff

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant legal experience
• Experience managing large workloads or projects
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Ability to work efficiently and independently
• Highly organized with flexibility to reprioritize as needed
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Proficiency with MS Office applications and ability to learn new systems
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in litigation
• Experience in consumer banking
• Familiarity with Westlaw

Location

• Remote

Contract

• 3+ months