Paralegal

Federal•Anoka, MN

33d•$61,300 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Kinetic Group is a world leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of small caliber ammunition under the iconic brands B&P, CCI, Federal Premium, Fiocchi, HEVI-Shot, Remington and Speer. We have domestic ammunition manufacturing facilities in Minnesota, Idaho, Arkansas, and Missouri, and service law enforcement, government agencies and sporting enthusiasts throughout the world. Today, The Kinetic Group is a part of the Ammo+ division of The Czechoslovak Group (CSG), which holds a diverse portfolio of companies in the defense, security, automotive, aerospace and rail industries. The Paralegal provides comprehensive legal and administrative support across litigation, intellectual property, corporate governance, and contract administration. This role supports attorneys by managing case files, coordinating discovery and intellectual property matters, maintaining legal and contract management systems, and assisting with compliance and reporting requirements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to learn in a fast-paced, deadline-driven corporate legal environment. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Corporate Compliance and is based out of our Anoka office.

Requirements

Paralegal certificate or completion of relevant paralegal coursework
Basic knowledge of legal terminology, document formatting, and legal procedures
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management abilities
Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
Willingness to learn, take direction, and grow within the role
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies (or other related field)
1–2 years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or legal operations professional in a corporate legal department or law firm. Experience gained through internships, externships, or legal coursework
Familiarity with legal research tools, document management systems, or case management software
Exposure to corporate, compliance, litigation, employment, or regulatory legal work
Strong customer service mindset and professional demeanor
Key Competencies for Success Eagerness to learn legal processes and internal procedures
Ability to follow detailed instructions and meet deadlines
Strong proofreading and document‑review skills
Positive attitude in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment

Responsibilities

Litigation Support Manage litigation files, including opening matters in Legal Tracker, maintaining electronic files, processing e‑billing, updating status information, and preparing monthly reporting and data analytics.
Create, distribute, and monitor litigation holds to ensure compliance.
Provide litigation support, including: Drafting responses to discovery requests Interviewing document custodians Organizing document productions Managing case files and timelines Coordinating the e‑discovery process and assisting with document review and production
Intellectual Property Support Assist with management of the company’s intellectual property portfolio.
Work with business units to manage annuities and renewals using the CPI database.
Maintain an active list of registered vs pending trademarks and keep the business updated when marks get registered.
Analyze trademark search results and brand protection reports for potential infringement risks.
Conduct preliminary trademark clearance searches and escalate findings as appropriate.
Legal Entity Governance Support legal entity management, including maintaining corporate minute books.
Gather information and documentation needed to support annual report filings and other corporate governance requirements.
Contract Administration Maintain and update the contract lifecycle management database (Agiloft).
Track contract deadlines, renewals, expirations, and key contractual obligations.
Under the direction of counsel, review, route, and mark-up non-disclosure agreements and other legal documents for internal approvals and signatures (e.g., DocuSign).
Administrative & Department Support Perform administrative duties such as filing, preparing correspondence, processing travel and expense reports, and assisting with monthly reporting.
Assist with foreign visitor management; help gather documents for due diligence/sanctions, and otherwise assist in the company’s sanctions compliance program as necessary.
Provide general legal support on additional matters as assigned by attorneys.