Paralegal

McIlhenny Company • Avery Island, LA

3h • Onsite

About The Position

The Paralegal reports to and assists the Corporate Counsel or Senior Manager–Legal Services, working closely with attorneys, other Legal Department staff, and business units on domestic and international legal matters. The role supports the Legal Department’s day-to-day operations, helping ensure efficiency and accuracy. Success requires strong attention to detail, proofreading and editing ability, organization, and comfort working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Responsibilities may require extended hours from time to time and occasional travel.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Three years of experience with legal documents, such as in a paralegal, contract manager, legal secretary, or other applicable profession.
• High level of maturity and confidence.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Proficient accounting, letter writing, and computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Extensive internet research skills.

Nice To Haves

• Paralegal certification.
• Bachelor’s degree or associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Accurately modify and maintain the Legal Department Database daily to support reports related to contracts, meet critical deadlines, and monitor pending matters through completion.
• Research topics and prepare summaries of findings.
• Review the Legal Department Database and advise appropriate business units about upcoming contract obligations and deadlines.
• Identify trademark registration renewal deadlines in the Legal Department Database and collaborate with in-house staff and external counsel to meet them.
• Prepare initial drafts of letters and agreements using standard templates for review by in-house attorneys.
• Analyze, proofread, and edit legal documents.
• Assist with review of product labeling, packaging, promotional materials, and product sampling for compliance with internal guidelines.
• Coordinate with in-house and external counsel and business teams regarding legal documents.
• Perform day-to-day administrative and clerical functions.
• Cross-train to fill in for roles in the Legal Department beyond primary job responsibilities.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Potential profit-sharing.
• Work at a privately held, family-owned business with a strong team and culture where employees are valued.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED