Paralegal - Employment Law

Humana•Louisville, KY

14h

About The Position

The Paralegal supports the Employment Law team by managing litigation matters, drafting legal documents, tracking matters and case budgets, coordinating e-discovery, and helping respond to agency charges. Paralegal 1 assignments are often straightforward and of moderate complexity. The role sets its own work approach and priorities, follows direction, and relies on established procedures and professional standards with some interpretation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Proven organizational skills, including the ability to manage and adjust multiple or competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Effective interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Adobe Professional, and Lexis/Nexis.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
A passion for contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences.

Nice To Haves

Prior paralegal or legal support experience with a mid-to-large size law firm and/or an in-house corporate law department.
Experience with employment law matters.
Familiarity with e-discovery platforms, matter management, or e-billing systems.

Responsibilities

Collect, review, and organize HR documents and other records needed for legal matters.
Organize case information and keep matter files accurate and up to date.
Help prepare and monitor matter budgets and outside counsel spend.
Coordinate e-discovery activities with outside counsel and external vendors, including collection, preservation, and production logistics.
Help prepare responses to agency charges, including EEOC and state agency charges, by gathering supporting documents and information.
Perform legal research and draft routine correspondence and documents as directed.