Paralegal II

Paralegal IIJob Type: Full timeExempt/Non Exempt: HourlyLocation Details: Hybrid – Troy, MIPosition is primarily remote and reports onsite approximately once every 6 weeks.Position Schedule / Shift: Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pmPosition Summary: Under direction and guidance of the organization's attorneys, performs a variety of intermediate to complex law-related tasks in support of legal matters. Conducts legal research, investigate issues and drafts/prepare legal documents to support attorneys and contract administrators. Supports all aspects of document discovery, including e-discovery, document management, the litigation hold process, and document production. Assists counsel with the coordination of responses to subpoenas, demand letters, legal correspondence, and discovery demands, etc. Manages daily activities of litigation support vendors and outside counsel. Calendars dates and monitors litigation activity and deadlines. Coordinates the scheduling of witness interviews, deposition preparation, and depositions.Maintains comprehensive litigation and pre-litigation case files and trackers and prepares monthly/quarterly status reports. Supports and provides direction in the internal investigation of compliance issues. Manages various compliance filings with regulatory agencies. Identifies risk, utilizes analytics and best practices to minimize exposure to the company.Collaborates with OGC support staff to design and deliver workflow in a shared services environment with a seamless customer support experience. Provides backup coverage for OGC support staff on an as needed basis. Supports Legal Tracker, service of process and CT Assurance administration on an as needed basis. Designs and implements practical processes for the OGC Team to identify, evaluate and implement process efficiency improvements. Inputs and reviews data in spreadsheets, databases, or other departmental systems in order to update content and generate various reports. Generates and manages legal templates, prepares correspondence, assists in the creation of presentations. Interacts directly with business line customers to address support needs. Handle special assignments when assigned.Intermediate level position in which incumbent demonstrated in-depth research and analytical skills, as well as an understanding of case management techniques. Develops strong understand of the department's key focuses and corporate disciplines. Analyzes issues and existing solutions to create innovative approaches to solve issues. Escalates more complex items to senior staff. Assists lower-level staff when necessary.Qualifications: RequiredEducation:· Associates degree as a paralegal and three years of experience in a position performing paralegal functionsOR· Completion of an ABA approved Paralegal training program and three years of experience in a position performing paralegal functionsOR· Five years of experience in a position performing paralegal functionsAND· Ability to obtain and maintain ABA approved Paralegal certification, or equivalent within timeline designated by managementExperience:· Operating as a Paralegal or in a position performing paralegal functions· Researching and analyzing legal matters, case law and regulations· Preparing written legal documents, memoranda, pleadings and correspondence· Operating Microsoft suites and legal case management systemsKnowledge and Skills:Knowledge of:· Principles, methods and resources involved in conducting legal research· Civil litigation procedure· Federal and state judicial systemsAbility to:· Evaluate situations, facts and issues and draw accurate conclusions· Organize, plan and prioritize work· Research legal files and compile data· Competently operate a windows based PC and relevant software· Communicate effectively with others in a work environment and with the public· Research, analyze and prepare written documents, correspondence, memoranda and pleadingsPreferredEducation:· Bachelor's degree in Pre-Law or a related fieldKnowledge of:· Regulatory matters, including filing reports with regulatory agencies principles· Company procedures and departmental functionsTwo or more:· Insurance, contract and corporate law· Real property transactions· Trademark law· Insurance products and services· Banking and financial institutions lawWork Environment: This role is Hybrid, with training occurring in office. Once training is complete, the role will move to 3 days Work From Home, 2 days in office. Schedule and Hybrid status subject to change based on business need.Compensation & Benefits Overview: ACG complies with all applicable state and local laws regarding required benefits (including PTO, paid sick leave, etc.).Compensation: Paralegal II will earn a competitive salary of $31 - $38 hourly with annual bonus potential based on performance.Benefits: At ACG, we offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth.Health & WellnessMedical plans with multiple coverage options, including HSA eligibilityPrescription drug coverageDental and vision benefitsEmployee Assistance Program (confidential support services)Financial Protection & InsuranceCompany-paid basic life insuranceOptional supplemental life insurance and dependent coverageShort-term and long-term disability coverageCritical illness, accident, and pet insurance optionsRetirement & Savings401(k) plan to support long-term financial goals. 3% automatic deferral upon eligibility; may contribute 1% to 50% of eligible earnings, either pre or post tax. Company match of 50% paid on employee contributions up to 6% of pay, payable to employees following the end of the year; immediate vesting. Additional company contribution of 4% of pay each pay day into your account; 100% vested after three (3) years of serviceHealth Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) optionsTime Off & LeavePaid Time Off (PTO): Accrual-based, increases with tenure, eligible at 90 days of employment. Full-time new employees will receive up to 12 PTO days annually; accrual based on start date and may include additional PTO based on role and/or state & local requirements. Part-time employee PTO hours are calculated based upon the standard weekly hours the employee is scheduled to work and will accrue at a minimum of 3 hours per monthPaid Holidays: Full-time employees are eligible for 10 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day, 2 floating holidays and 1 volunteer day. Holidays vary by business unit schedules. Part-time employees are eligible for 8 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day and 2 floating holidays. Holidays vary by business unit schedulesPaid leave programs, including parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military leaveCareer Growth & EducationTuition assistance (up to $5,250 annually; 80% covered by ACG)Professional certification support with 100% reimbursement for eligible programsOpportunities for career development and advancementAdditional PerksComplimentary AAA membership with roadside assistance and travel discountsAdoption assistance programJob Posting Period: This position is expected to remain posted through November 15, 2026; however, it may close at any time once a qualified candidate pool is identified.