Legal Assistant

National Beverage Corp. is the fourth largest branded soft-drink company in the United States, known for refreshing consumers with a wide variety of innovative beverages. Its portfolio includes iconic brands such as Shasta® and Faygo® soft drinks, Everfresh® juices, LaCroix® Sparkling Waters, and Rip It® energy drinks. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the company operates multiple locations across the country, offering diverse opportunities for career growth. Job Overview: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Assistant to join our corporate legal department. In this position, you will assist our lawyers and other corporate staff by investigating facts, researching laws and regulations, performing, preparing and maintaining legal documents, as well as administrative and clerical tasks. Organizational skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic are a must. Workplace Structure: Location This is a fully on-site position based at our corporate headquarters in Plantation Florida. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Perform research on applicable rules, regulations, and laws. Investigate and discover facts of case or legal matter. Collect and organize information for attorney review. Maintain and organize files, corporate records, and contracts in paper and/or electronic format. Assist in the drafting of basic legal documents, such as contracts and pleadings, as well as correspondence with vendors, customers and consumers. Prepare reports for attorneys in anticipation of trial and/or major projects. Gather statements from parties and witnesses for internal investigations or use in court. Arrange meetings and depositions with clients, witnesses and other lawyers. Attend to basic clerical tasks, such as photocopying, making and receiving phone calls, and fielding correspondence. Coordinate receipt, review, and payment of outside counsel invoices and capital improvement projects. Minimum Qualifications: A qualified individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, or ability required. 2-4 years of general business law experience. Experience drafting basic commercial agreements, managing litigation and providing support to business teams are required; experience with employment matters preferred. Experience in the consumer goods industry and handling employment law matters is preferred. Positive energy, enthusiasm, flexibility, confidence, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment are a must. Demonstrate ability to work independently, meet deadlines and organize time and conflicting priorities. Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, and the ability to use supporting applications and databases. Drug-free test and work environment. Associate’s degree in paralegal studies required; bachelor’s degree preferred. Industry recognized certification from organizations such as NALA or AACP. Excellent communication and organization skills. National Beverage Corp provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender, genetics, gender identity, disabled veterans, or sexual orientation. #J-18808-Ljbffr