Paralegal

Service Corporation International • Houston, TX

17d • Onsite

About The Position

The Paralegal provides technical and administrative support to the legal department by researching law, investigating facts, and preparing legal documents. The work is generally routine and is reviewed and evaluated by others. The role also supports Company management with specific requests for legal advice and assistance, maintains case files, documents client communications, and provides clerical support as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to effectively use law digests, law encyclopedias, statutes, and administrative regulations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters with discretion and tact.
• Ability to interact with staff courteously and efficiently.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and attend to detail.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and legal writing requirements.
• Skill in researching, analyzing, and preparing legal documents.
• Ability to work productively with minimal supervision and achieve objectives in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate facts and information clearly in writing and speech, and to communicate with a manager in a timely and effective manner.
• Ability to maintain composure in challenging situations and respond constructively to changes in priorities.
• Ability to work collaboratively, treat others with respect, and uphold the SCI Code of Conduct and Dignity Promise Standards.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and/or a Paralegal Certificate from an accredited school.
• Certified or registered paralegal.
• Four years of experience performing legal research and preparing legal documents for attorney review, approval, and use.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze statutes, legal articles, recorded judicial decisions, constitutions, legal codes, and other sources of law.
• Investigate the facts and law relevant to matters to identify causes of action and prepare cases.
• Prepare legal documents as directed by corporate counsel.
• Interact with the Company’s management team regarding requests for legal advice and support.
• Establish, monitor, and maintain case files.
• Document communications with clients.
• Provide general clerical support as needed.

What This Job Offers

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