Paralegal

MTM Transit

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Paralegal role is a professional, corporate contributor with strong paralegal and executive level administrative skill sets. The Paralegal provides confidential, complex paralegal and administrative support, requiring a high degree of responsibility for project implementation and knowledge of specialized practices and procedures.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Paralegal Certification
A minimum of (5) five years of corporate administrative experience
Previous experience working in a law office or legal department
Must be a highly motivated, organized professional with a strong legal terminology background
A high level of initiative is essential
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
Must be committed to fostering professional, cooperative and supportive work relationships within the Legal Department and the company
Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Work, Excel, and PowerPoint
Must possess the ability to handle an array of confidential matters and maintain the highest level of confidentiality
Superior problem-solving, conflict resolution and/or mediation skills
Ability to make mature judgment calls
Work well under pressure and with tight deadlines
Exemplary communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Ability to provide accurate, concise, ethical and timely work
Knowledge of office management principles and procedures
Proper English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation
Detail-oriented

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree
Previous litigation and claims experience

Responsibilities

Support all phases of litigation and claims, including case management, document management, organization, and delivery of information and documentation to outside counsel and Third-Party Administrators.
In conjunction with Legal Counsel, review Pleadings and coordinate Discovery responses.
Create and maintain internal case files through iManage.
Manage Legal vendors and litigation billing process.
Draft, issue and track legal holds.
Draft, review, edit, package and proofread correspondence and reports; screen, analyze and respond to incoming correspondence.
Assist with responses to letters of representation, records requests, and subpoenas.
Assist with identification and implementation of new legal technology initiatives.
Assist in creation and maintenance of legal department policies and procedures.
Serve as a Notary Public.
Support special projects and initiatives, and perform other duties as assigned.