Paralegal

GreenState Credit Union Paralegal US-IA-North Liberty Job ID: 2026-4574 # of Openings: 1 Category: Legal GreenState Credit Union Overview

Directly assists and collaborates with Attorney to provide legal and administrative support for GreenState Credit Union.

GREENSTATE CULTURE:

At GreenState, our purpose is to create lasting value for our members, our communities, and one another. We empower our teams to create opportunities that strengthen financial well-being, transform lives, and enhance the vitality of the communities we serve. We know our success—now and in the future—is deeply rooted in fostering an engaging, diverse, and inclusive workplace where everyone knows they matter, their work makes an impact, and their everyday commitment to living our values is what brings our mission to life.

Pay range for this hourly position is $33.31 - $38.94/hr with a progressive benefits package.

Responsibilities

Performs essential duties and responsibilities in the following areas which may include, but are not limited to those listed and are subject to change:

• Adheres to the Credit Union's core values and Service Standards in conducting GreenState's mission and vision.
• Demonstrates a positive member service (internal and external) focus at all times.
• Demonstrates teamwork in all interactions with coworkers and in the completion of all duties and responsibilities.
• Ensures confidentiality of member information.
• Supports a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Work closely with the Chief Legal Officer and / or Associate General Counsel in a team environment.
• Performs legal, factual, and records research.
• Identifies relevant judicial decisions, statutes, legal articles, codes and other pertinent material.
• Organizes, analyzes, cross-checks, and validates information.
• Prepares and reviews legal documents including briefs, pleadings, agreements, contracts and legal memoranda.
• Reads and interprets legal documentation and code to determine and draft the appropriate legal correspondence, claims, and responses, independently.
• Review member provided documents regarding trust, estates and corporations for account opening and ownership request.
• Builds, organizes, and maintains legal databases and case files.
• Reviews and monitors new and updated laws and regulations.
• Manages designated legal functions and coordinates delivery of legal services to other departments.
• The paralegal shall manage and review front line request for legal documents, contracts, estate, real estate and trust agreements.
• Coordinates and manages CLE and licensing requirements for attorneys.
• Assists with and prepares the In-House or External Attorney for hearings and trials.
• Plays a vital role in enriching the community by participating in community service organizations and/or Credit Union sponsored events on an annual basis.
• Performs any other duties as may be required to meet Credit Union objectives.

Qualifications

• A two-year college degree in a related field or completion of a specialized course in paralegal studies.
• Three or more years of similar or related experience in a law firm setting.
• Thorough knowledge of legal principles, practices, terminology, and research techniques.
• Knowledge and experience with the preparation of discovery materials and handling ESI.
• Practical experience with real property, conveyances and transfer.
• Practical experience with EDMS, ECF and electronic filing.
• In depth knowledge of local, state and federal rules of civil procedure.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills along with attention to detail and accuracy.
• The ability to serve as the legal liaison and subject matter expert to departments on a specific legal issue.
• Reports to work punctually, works all scheduled hours, and works overtime as necessitated by business demand.
• Proficiency with related computer applications, spreadsheets, word processing, and database applications.

Reporting Relationship Reports to the Director Legal Services & Governance. Supervisory Responsibilities This position is not responsible for the supervision of others. Equal Opportunity Employment Statement GreenState Credit Union is an EEO/AA Employer. We strongly encourage all individuals to apply for openings with the credit union. #ID

Compensation details: 33.31-38.94 Hourly Wage

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