Corporate Paralegal

The University of Kansas Health System

3d•Remote

About The Position

The Corporate Paralegal provides paralegal, technical, and administrative support to attorneys and leaders at the University of Kansas Hospital Authority and its affiliates. The position supports corporate and entity filings, transactions, contract and lease preparation, corporate formation documents, consents and resolutions, legal research, and maintenance of legal and contract databases. It works with the Contract Management team and real estate contractors and interfaces with directors and leaders on confidential matters in a fast-paced academic medical center environment. The role requires strong communication, organization, analysis, problem-solving, research, customer-service, and interpersonal skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft applications and relevant contract database and legal support platforms. The paralegal must use sound judgment, balance competing priorities, adapt to changing needs, protect confidential information, and preserve attorney-client privilege and attorney work product. The position reports to and works under the direction of General Counsel and the legal team.

Requirements

Associate degree and completion of an accredited paralegal program.
High school graduation.
At least 3 years of relevant experience in a law firm or enterprise legal department.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Problem-solving skills and strong problem-resolution abilities combining logic, analysis, and follow-through.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills; ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines under pressure.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and productively interact with all levels of staff.
Legal citation proofreading skills.
Knowledge of general office equipment.
Ability to recognize and comprehend facts and legal concepts.
Ability to read and write English and understand contract language, subpoenas, complaints, and summary actions.
Excellent time management skills.
Ability to maintain discretion and privacy with confidential matters and documents.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Ability to transport oneself to various locations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
Certificate of Public Notary from the Secretary of State Office, to be obtained within 60 days.

Responsibilities

Perform paralegal, technical, and administrative functions.
Conduct legal research and analyze applicable laws, regulations, statutes, Secretary of State regulations, and filing rules.
Prepare entity filings, documentation, contracts, leases, and other written documents with minimal attorney oversight.
Coordinate with internal attorneys and paralegals and attorneys at outside law firms.
Prepare correspondence and memoranda.
Organize, maintain, and secure legal files, databases, and document management systems.
Provide administrative support for corporate activities, including entity formations, restructuring, and dissolution.
Help develop, implement, and maintain document templates, procedures, and protocols for legal and real estate processes, with an emphasis on scalability.
Attend meetings, collaborate with other teams, and support efficiency for the legal and real estate teams.
Collaborate with teams to create and periodically revise template agreements.
Prepare emails, correspondence, and follow-up communications about work in process; organize meetings with internal and outside participants.
Protect attorney-client privilege and attorney work product in appropriate documents.
Perform other duties as assigned in furtherance of organizational or department goals.