Legal Assistant - Office of General Counsel - Risk Management

Paralegal Position

The selected individual will have two major functions: (a) handle paralegal aspects of disputes and litigation, from inception through discovery and trial; and (b) provide contracting support and administration. This individual will also be expected to provide general paralegal assistance, such as assistance with transactions, closings, regulatory analysis, and legal research to all OGC attorneys.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Organize and manage litigation files; gather organize and index documents and information related to litigation; maintain calendars and docketing system to meet deadlines; attend meetings, hearings and trials as needed; perform electronic 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 different types; maintain a database to track key contract terms, such as renewal and termination dates and money 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.

Physical Effort

• Typically working at desk or table.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications /Professional Licenses :

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Corporate Or Litigation Paralegal (5 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications /Professional Licenses :

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Business (Corporate) Law, Client Service Excellence, Contact Management, Database Applications, Detail-Oriented, Federal Court Litigation, Following Instructions, Legal Assistance, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Oral Communications, Organizing, Paralegal Education, Portfolio Management, Problem Solving Tools, Professional Ethics, Professional Etiquette, Task Management, Teamwork, Time Management, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade

G10-H

Salary Range

$25.47 - $39.49 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Benefits Statement

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles 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.