Legal Coordinator

WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES INC•Plano, TX

13h

About The Position

The Legal Coordinator will serve as the initial point of contact for internal and external legal inquiries, ensuring efficient and accurate direction of communications to appropriate legal team members. This role involves coordinating and managing legal intake processes and systems, providing administrative support, and assisting in the preparation and review of legal documents. The Legal Coordinator will also maintain legal databases, coordinate meetings, facilitate communication between departments, and assist with legal research and other legal matters.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in the legal department
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
Outstanding work ethics and customer-oriented attitude
A team player with the ability to work independently
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Strong understanding of legal terminology, processes, and regulatory requirements
Familiarity with a wide variety of corporate and commercial agreements
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Internet search, and contract management platform

Responsibilities

Serve as the initial point of contact for internal and external legal inquiries, ensuring efficient and accurate direction of communications to appropriate legal team members
Coordinate and manage legal intake processes and systems, including logging requests, tracking progress, and ensuring timely responses through multiple channels of communication, including Cello
Provide administrative support for the day-to-day activities, including requests for budget approval and processing invoices
Assist in the preparation and review of legal documents, contracts, and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal standards and corporate policies
Maintain and update legal and compliance databases and files, ensuring they are current and accessible
Coordinate meetings, including scheduling and preparing agendas
Facilitate effective communication between the Legal team and other departments within the organization
Assist with legal research and compiling reports
Assist in other legal matters such as litigation, claims, and other disputes
Perform other duties as assigned or required