Legal Services Fellow

Consumer Technology Association • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

Assisting CTA’s Legal Department with corporate legal functions. This role involves conducting legal research, assisting with the contracts process, managing intellectual property matters, and supporting discovery requests. The fellow will provide a strong level of customer service and handle various projects within the Legal Department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Completion of at least one (1) year of law school required.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and formats required.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to meet demanding deadlines and balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience working in a professional setting.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in corporate and contracts law preferred.
• Team oriented attitude preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research on antitrust, data privacy, gaming laws and other areas.
• Assist with contracts process to include: Processing of draft contracts including proofing, routing, editing and monitoring execution.
• Assisting staff in implementation of contract management software.
• Maintain files.
• Assist with the intellectual property process to include Draft cease and desist letters.
• Assist with enforcement actions.
• Assist with legal research and other activities related to new branding campaign.
• Maintain files.
• Assist with discovery requests.
• Provide a strong level of customer service.
• Handle projects and other duties with the Legal Department as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level