Paralegal

Schluter Systems L.P•Plattsburgh, NY

1d•$50,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Paralegal will assist the legal department in the operations and administrative duties of the Legal Department, including being the first point of contact for the department. RESPONSIBILITIES Serve as the primary support and initial point of contact for the General Counsel in overseeing the operations and administration of the Legal Department Monitoring and responding to emails; answering, screening, and directing communications Organizing documents; maintaining records Maintain a thorough understanding of all aspects of the Legal Department’s work and context within the organization Proficiency in performing legal and related research and effectively summarizing findings. Familiarity with and ability to review technical and legal documents and contracts Handle sensitive and confidential matters appropriately and exercise discretion. (execution of a confidentiality agreement is required) Liaison between Company and outside counsel on Company matters, including intellectual property, litigation, and compliance Maintenance of various databases and ability to generate appropriate reports Familiarity with the preparation, review, and filing of real estate, construction and zoning documents Maintain corporate books and records for the company and its various affiliates Exceptional ability for anticipating the needs and preferences of the Legal Department

Requirements

Paralegal certification or experience preferred
Ability to maintain confidentiality is essential
Previous experience reading and making edits to legal contracts
Proactive, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel. Experience in drafting and editing documents in multiple formats
Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and problem solve and multitask
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Strong communication skills, verbal and written
Able to maintain composure under pressure and display a high level of confidence
Leadership skills and willingness to assist in key strategic initiatives
Responsive to quickly adjust in deadlines and projects
A four-year degree is preferred. Alternatively, an associate degree in Paralegal Studies or an associate degree combined with five or more years of recent experience as a paralegal and/or work in a legal setting is acceptable
Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas
Thrives in a fast-paced environment
On-site required (Plattsburgh, NY 12901)

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary support and initial point of contact for the General Counsel in overseeing the operations and administration of the Legal Department
Monitoring and responding to emails; answering, screening, and directing communications
Organizing documents; maintaining records
Maintain a thorough understanding of all aspects of the Legal Department’s work and context within the organization
Proficiency in performing legal and related research and effectively summarizing findings.
Familiarity with and ability to review technical and legal documents and contracts
Handle sensitive and confidential matters appropriately and exercise discretion. (execution of a confidentiality agreement is required)
Liaison between Company and outside counsel on Company matters, including intellectual property, litigation, and compliance
Maintenance of various databases and ability to generate appropriate reports
Familiarity with the preparation, review, and filing of real estate, construction and zoning documents
Maintain corporate books and records for the company and its various affiliates
Exceptional ability for anticipating the needs and preferences of the Legal Department