Senior Legal & Compliance Paralegal

The Legal Assistant, Senior assists attorneys by performing legal work requiring comprehensive knowledge of legal procedures, methods, and terminology; Provides on-the-job training to less experienced workers

Ensures work is performed in a timely manner and in compliance with established policies and guidelines

Drafts and/or dictates legal briefs, pleadings, correspondence, affidavits, and other legal documents

Conducts research including statutes, ordinances, court decisions, and legal opinions

Reviews files, mail and complex legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records

Negotiates settlements and sale or return of assets/collateral for attorney/client approval

Oversees the preparation and assembly of evidence exhibits and other materials used in legal proceedings

Monitors client billings and prepares billing statements

Coordinates the service of subpoenas, notice of depositions, and other legal documents to witnesses and parties to action

Forwards accounts to out-of-town counsel and serves as liaison between client and attorney

Arranges for payment of court costs, local counsel fees, publications costs, etc.

Performs data entry to update notes on account

Maintains current knowledge of general legal procedures, deadlines and procedures for appropriate documents, office equipment, and software in general use in the legal community

Complete all required training applicable to assigned position

Associate's Degree and/or Paralegal certificate required

• 4 years legal experience with comprehensive knowledge of relevant laws, legal/court procedures, and legal terminology
• Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office products with the ability to type 45 words per minute

Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually + 9 Company paid holidays

Competitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and Life and Disability Insurance. Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.

Positive office environment with regularly scheduled parties, contests, and community support initiatives

On site "Bistro To Go" vending and fresh foods available

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires constant use of hands and fingers for typing and operating a computer and other office equipment. The employee must possess the ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and verbally. Close visual acuity is needed to read, analyze data, and view a computer terminal for extended periods.

This position operates in a professional office environment. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.