Paralegal

Elwood Staffing • Columbus, IN

3d

About The Position

The Paralegal supports Elwood Staffing’s legal and corporate compliance work, including litigation and agency charges, real estate matters, contracts, and business licensing. The role works with internal business representatives and internal and outside counsel, maintains legal documents and records, and uses independent judgment in areas such as lease renewal negotiations. The position also assists with corporate policies and provides customer service consistent with the company’s mission and values.

Requirements

• Certified paralegal or bachelor’s degree and required experience.
• At least 5 years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm or corporate setting handling a variety of matters.
• Strong knowledge of the legal system, particularly state agencies and the litigation process.
• Ability to work cross-functionally to communicate proactively and resolve issues with urgency and discretion.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, able to prioritize responsibilities, and able to work independently.
• Customer-service focused and a team player.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with business, employment, real estate leasing and negotiations, and corporate issues in a multi-state environment.
• Staffing industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assist with litigation and agency charges, including claim intake, document review, and witness interviews.
• Liaise with business unit representatives, internal counsel, and outside counsel.
• Maintain knowledge of the company’s legal documents, systems, and operations.
• Organize, maintain, and supervise document collection and file management for litigation, real estate, regulatory compliance, and contracts.
• Implement and manage litigation holds.
• Manage real estate lease portfolio documentation and exercise independent judgment in negotiating lease renewals.
• Draft legal correspondence.
• Review and respond to subpoenas.
• Review and revise contracts and respond to contract-related inquiries from internal employees.
• Assist with trademark submissions and renewals.
• Manage specialized state and federal business license applications and other corporate compliance matters.
• Assist in developing, interpreting, and advising on corporate policies.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision plans
• Prescription drug plan
• Life and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) plan with company contribution
• Telemedicine through Teledoc
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to Benefit Advocates
• Discount tickets, travel, and shopping through Working Advantage
• Dell computer discount
• Enterprise Rental Car discount
• Chairman’s Club
• Anniversary awards program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Certified Staffing Professional training and certification
• $500 bonus for completion of an approved professional certification
• $500 recruitment incentive for internal careers
• Bereavement leave
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Progressive training and development
• Opportunities for advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level