12-Month Legal Assistant Internship
About The Position
LG Chem is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Corporate Legal Assistant to join its Legal and Compliance Team. This 12-month, full-time internship offers hands-on experience in a professional legal environment, supporting the legal department in corporate governance, contract management, internal process development, and other legal and contract administrative matters. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting. This program aims to prepare future candidates for careers in legal services and potential positions within LG Chem.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).
- Familiarity with AI-assisted research tools and platforms (e.g., CoPilot).
- Ability to learn and navigate a variety of document management and calendaring systems.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills: verbal, written and presentation.
- Ability to collaborate across business functions and work as part of a team.
Nice To Haves
- Current enrollment in or recent completion of paralegal certification from ABA-accredited program or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
- Notary Public Certification is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation and filing of corporate documents, including articles of incorporation, bylaws, board resolutions, and annual reports.
- Maintain corporate records and minute books for the company and its subsidiaries.
- Support the legal team in drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts, NDAs, and other legal documents.
- Coordinate board and committee meetings, including preparing agendas, minutes, and resolutions.
- Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorneys.
- Assist with compliance matters, licensing, and regulatory reporting.
- Manage legal databases and document management systems.
- Support the legal team with routine tasks including organizing files, tracking tasks, and monitoring deadlines.
- Draft initial project updates to internal and external clients, and government agencies.
- Liaise with external counsel and regulatory agencies as needed regarding billing and other administrative matters.
- Process and manage outside counsel legal invoices and other legal-related invoices.
- Handle expense reimbursements.
- General administrative support related to contracts and legal matters.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
