Legal Externship

True Manufacturing•O'fallon, MO

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The legal externship is an unpaid, 150-hour field placement program in partnership with Saint Louis University School of Law wherein the Extern gains hands-on experience in the operations of the In-House legal function in exchange for course credit. The Extern will gather experience in preparing and editing legal documents, filings and records; advising various business units on legal issues as arise in the day-to-day corporate world; and preparing for administrative hearings and legal proceedings to which the company is a party.

Requirements

Current admission to Saint Louis University Law Program in good standing required.
Interest in working in a corporate legal department.
Strong interest in commercial and employment law.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
Excellent analytical skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize tasks and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
Strong follow through and follow-up
Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated focus, commitment, and ability to deliver great customer service.
Proficiency in articulating, communicating professionally and appropriately with confidence at all levels and across functional lines.

Responsibilities

Analyze legal issues and draft advice memoranda for business on various laws and issues; perform legal research as needed.
Provide guidance to various business units regarding legal issues pursuant to direction of attorneys.
Review and analyze job descriptions for FLSA compliance.
Assist with intellectual property matters, including filings and brand protection; track and report on all ongoing IP litigation.
Review contracts and all 3rd party NDA's.
Assist with updating template agreements.
Assist with administrative hearings and agency proceedings, including witness prep, hearing and exhibit prep, drafting position statements and researching relevant legal issues .
Assist attorneys with developing and maintaining internal control procedures as needed to track compliance with corporate policies and programs.
Draft and review correspondence, memoranda, presentations, reports, and other materials as requested.
Address phone calls, emails and other communications in a prompt and professional manner.
Other responsibilities as assigned by attorneys.
Regular and reliable attendance in the office is required.
This position must primarily be performed in the office but flex work from home is available on a limited basis.