Legal Assistant/Paralegal

HomeServices of America•Leawood, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Legal Assistant/Paralegal provides professional legal support to company attorneys, management, and corporate subsidiaries, including drafting legal and business communications, summarizing documents, managing projects, and conducting legal research. The role also serves as the Legal Department’s administrative assistant, performing duties such as scheduling meetings, preparing expense reports, handling mail, editing documents, and arranging travel. The position supports litigation, collaborative reporting and compliance activities, and acquisition work. It manages department document-management software and SharePoint sites, maintains records, prepares reports and memoranda, and provides other assistance as assigned. The role is performed onsite.

Requirements

A two- or four-year degree in paralegal studies, or a paralegal certificate.
At least 2 years of experience working as a paralegal in a corporate law department or law firm.
Familiarity with litigation process and procedure.
Effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to synthesize and present information accurately and promptly.
Ability to work independently and responsibly and prioritize multiple concurrent tasks and projects.
Ability to research, process, and professionally present information verbally and in writing across a wide variety of topics.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; internet use; and office equipment operation.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, a customer-service focus, and ability to work well as a team member.
Integrity, dependability, accuracy, and flexibility.
Ability to work onsite.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Thomson Reuters Legal Tracker software is preferred.
Experience using PACER is desired.

Responsibilities

Manage collaborative reporting and compliance activities independently or in support of paralegals and attorneys.
Manage projects; compile and summarize data; draft and proof documents; and maintain records.
Draft periodic legal reports and summaries for management.
Administer department document-management software and multiple SharePoint sites.
Provide litigation support, including managing litigation holds; researching responses to interrogatories, document requests, and subpoenas; and tracking and filing complaints, motions, and orders.
Provide administrative support to attorneys, including scheduling meetings, preparing expense reports, sending and receiving mail, filing, arranging travel, and handling other projects as assigned.
Support acquisition activity by performing due diligence, assisting with transaction documents, obtaining certificates of good standing, and conducting UCC searches.
Conduct legal and business research and communicate findings in memoranda.
Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
Meet performance and behavior expectations and complete responsibilities within expected time frames with quality, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Maintain positive and productive working relationships with staff, vendors, and business partners.
Demonstrate the competencies necessary for the role and take initiative in technical and professional development.
Follow company HR, conduct, subsidiary, and department policies, including requirements regarding confidentiality, punctuality, safety, and cybersecurity.