Legal Assistant for Midas Hospitality

Midas Hospitality•Maryland Heights, MO

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About The Position

Midas Hospitality is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our team. This position will assist collecting, preparing and filing necessary documents while assisting the in-house counsel.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in legal studies preferred or equivalent certification from paralegal program
Previous experience as paralegal or legal assistant preferred
Notary public certification preferred

Responsibilities

File documentation as it relates to cases.
Assist attorneys by collecting, reviewing and summarizing information to ensure compliance and identify potential issues.
Prepare and file necessary documents with relevant city, county, state and federal agencies to apply for and renew licenses, etc.
Review, analyze, organize and track contracts.
Assist with entity formation and maintenance.
Assist with document and contract preparation.
Organize and maintain legal paperwork, files, exhibits and other important information for clients.
Compose legal reports for lawyers regarding various aspects of a case.
Stay up to date on legal procedures and regulations as they relate to the paralegal's field of practice.
Conduct various types of research related to laws, legal articles and other information relevant to a case.
Perform a variety of administrative tasks including filing paperwork, answering phones and sending emails.
Perform legal research including statutory and case law and drafts forms, research memoranda, proposed rule, orders and other documents.
Conduct in-depth legal research using various online and offline resources to support attorneys in case preparation and analysis.
Prepare summaries, drafts, contracts and other legal documents according to established guidelines.
Review legal documents and ensure accuracy.
Assist attorneys in organizing and managing case files, including maintaining document databases and electronic records.
Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys and other legal personnel.
Take part in meetings to discuss case developments.
Maintain strict confidentiality of all client and case information.