Description: Gravis Law, PLLC is seeking a Senior Family Law Paralegal to join its team in the Richland, WA office. Gravis Law serves people and communities across the nation by providing uncomplicated access to world-class legal services. Since 2019, Inc. Magazine has recognized Gravis Law as one of America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies and for the second year in a row, Gravis Law was ranked No. 1 as the Fastest-Growing Law Firm on its annual Inc. 5000 list. As a Senior Family Law Paralegal, you will perform a variety of paralegal and administrative tasks in our collaborative team-oriented culture. You will support your local attorney(s) and team by assisting with case planning, development, and management, legal research, client communication, drafting and filing legal documents and making recommendations to attorneys. The successful candidate has a passion for family law and is motivated to help create a pleasant workplace. As a Senior Paralegal, you have more knowledge and experience than other support staff. It is expected that you can successfully complete complex job duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Senior paralegals perform legal assignments with a higher degree of independence and their responsibilities are greater than other legal assistants within the firm. Managing attorney dockets to ensure that all deadlines are met in a timely manner. Reviewing files and conferring with attorneys to discuss the status of the file as well as upcoming deadlines. Assisting attorneys with preparing for client meetings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, pre-trial, trial, etc. Drafting letters, briefs, memorandums, discovery, and other legal documents. Filing and e-filing briefs, memorandums, discovery, and other legal documents. Maintaining client files both electronic and physical files. Communicating with clients on a very regular basis. Conducting legal research and drafting. Efficiently providing top-notch legal products and superior service to clients. Contributes and maintains SOP, forms, and workflow process improvements. Exercise leadership in coordinating the work, training, and mentoring of internal office staff and other admin staff in their area(s) and across other transactional practice areas. Covering the front desk and phones when necessary to ensure that clients and other office visitors receive prompt and professional service. Maintaining a well-respected reputation amongst clients, opposing counsel, Judges, Court staff, and colleagues. All other duties as assigned. Requirements: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS : High school diploma, GED or equivalent education required. Paralegal certificate. 5+ years of Paralegal experience. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers. Ability to talk, listen and speak clearly on the phone and through written communications. Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook). Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service. Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: College graduate with bachelor's degree preferred. Demonstrated organizational and prioritization skills and an ability to successfully juggle multiple mandates at the same time. Excellent analytical skills and an ability to effectively use both data and experience-based instinct to make decisions. Positive and professional demeanor with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. FULL TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AT GRAVIS LAW: Gravis Law offers a professional work environment, a competitive salary including bonuses, along with generous benefits which generally include: Wage: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour Benefits: Insurance: Medical, dental, vision and life insurance Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching Paid flexible time off: 80 hours annually for Vacation/Sick days Paid Federal Holidays Paid Volunteer Time Off: Up to 16 hours annually Other Compensation: Opportunity to cross train and grow within the organization Bonus Program: Paralegals are also eligible to participate in the Paralegal Bonus Program. Equal Pay. WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Duties will be performed in a standard office environment. Employees must have the ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with Gravis policy. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally be required to work weekends, holidays, be on call, and some employees could be required to travel overnight on occasion. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of a Senior Paralegal. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. These are considered essential duties and are illustrative of those job tasks that are fundamental. Employees may be required to perform additional related duties as may be assigned by management. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. PM21 Compensation details: 26-30 Hourly Wage PIf3ad6a1caeb8-6236
09/05/2024
Full time
Description: Gravis Law, PLLC is seeking a Senior Family Law Paralegal to join its team in the Richland, WA office. Gravis Law serves people and communities across the nation by providing uncomplicated access to world-class legal services. Since 2019, Inc. Magazine has recognized Gravis Law as one of America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies and for the second year in a row, Gravis Law was ranked No. 1 as the Fastest-Growing Law Firm on its annual Inc. 5000 list. As a Senior Family Law Paralegal, you will perform a variety of paralegal and administrative tasks in our collaborative team-oriented culture. You will support your local attorney(s) and team by assisting with case planning, development, and management, legal research, client communication, drafting and filing legal documents and making recommendations to attorneys. The successful candidate has a passion for family law and is motivated to help create a pleasant workplace. As a Senior Paralegal, you have more knowledge and experience than other support staff. It is expected that you can successfully complete complex job duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Senior paralegals perform legal assignments with a higher degree of independence and their responsibilities are greater than other legal assistants within the firm. Managing attorney dockets to ensure that all deadlines are met in a timely manner. Reviewing files and conferring with attorneys to discuss the status of the file as well as upcoming deadlines. Assisting attorneys with preparing for client meetings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, pre-trial, trial, etc. Drafting letters, briefs, memorandums, discovery, and other legal documents. Filing and e-filing briefs, memorandums, discovery, and other legal documents. Maintaining client files both electronic and physical files. Communicating with clients on a very regular basis. Conducting legal research and drafting. Efficiently providing top-notch legal products and superior service to clients. Contributes and maintains SOP, forms, and workflow process improvements. Exercise leadership in coordinating the work, training, and mentoring of internal office staff and other admin staff in their area(s) and across other transactional practice areas. Covering the front desk and phones when necessary to ensure that clients and other office visitors receive prompt and professional service. Maintaining a well-respected reputation amongst clients, opposing counsel, Judges, Court staff, and colleagues. All other duties as assigned. Requirements: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS : High school diploma, GED or equivalent education required. Paralegal certificate. 5+ years of Paralegal experience. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers. Ability to talk, listen and speak clearly on the phone and through written communications. Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook). Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service. Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: College graduate with bachelor's degree preferred. Demonstrated organizational and prioritization skills and an ability to successfully juggle multiple mandates at the same time. Excellent analytical skills and an ability to effectively use both data and experience-based instinct to make decisions. Positive and professional demeanor with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. FULL TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AT GRAVIS LAW: Gravis Law offers a professional work environment, a competitive salary including bonuses, along with generous benefits which generally include: Wage: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour Benefits: Insurance: Medical, dental, vision and life insurance Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching Paid flexible time off: 80 hours annually for Vacation/Sick days Paid Federal Holidays Paid Volunteer Time Off: Up to 16 hours annually Other Compensation: Opportunity to cross train and grow within the organization Bonus Program: Paralegals are also eligible to participate in the Paralegal Bonus Program. Equal Pay. WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Duties will be performed in a standard office environment. Employees must have the ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with Gravis policy. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally be required to work weekends, holidays, be on call, and some employees could be required to travel overnight on occasion. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of a Senior Paralegal. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. These are considered essential duties and are illustrative of those job tasks that are fundamental. Employees may be required to perform additional related duties as may be assigned by management. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. PM21 Compensation details: 26-30 Hourly Wage PIf3ad6a1caeb8-6236
Posting expires: Until filled General Description The City of Atlanta Department of Law is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Division Chief of the Real Estate, Land Use and Parks Team within the Strategic Business Services Division. The attorney in this senior-level position will be required to provide legal support on a variety of high-level real estate, land use, zoning and business transactions involving the City. The qualified candidate should have extensive legal experience with complex real estate matters, zoning, land use, contracts, intergovernmental agreements, open records and regulatory compliance is preferred. Experience in city and/or regional planning is a plus. The candidate should proactively identify and anticipate critical legal issues, assign legal research as appropriate, review junior lawyer work product and advise the City Attorney's Office of pertinent legal issues. Candidates must have experience managing associate attorneys, paralegals and other legal staff. The position will involve extensive contact with the Atlanta City Council, multiple City Departments and Boards, and the Metro Atlanta community. Applicants should possess leadership qualities, superior writing skills, outstanding judgment, exceptional analytical skills and strong negotiation skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are also required. Candidates' conduct must align with the City of Atlanta Ethics Code. Applicants with prior experience representing a municipality, other governmental/quasi-governmental entity are encouraged to apply. Minimum Requirements Juris Doctorate; Fifteen (15) or more years of experience as a practicing attorney and people manager; member in good standing of the State Bar of Georgia. Preferred Qualifications Ten plus years of experience as a practicing attorney in area of expertise. Knowledge of municipal law. Ten (10) or more years of managing people and workflow.
09/05/2024
Full time
Posting expires: Until filled General Description The City of Atlanta Department of Law is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Division Chief of the Real Estate, Land Use and Parks Team within the Strategic Business Services Division. The attorney in this senior-level position will be required to provide legal support on a variety of high-level real estate, land use, zoning and business transactions involving the City. The qualified candidate should have extensive legal experience with complex real estate matters, zoning, land use, contracts, intergovernmental agreements, open records and regulatory compliance is preferred. Experience in city and/or regional planning is a plus. The candidate should proactively identify and anticipate critical legal issues, assign legal research as appropriate, review junior lawyer work product and advise the City Attorney's Office of pertinent legal issues. Candidates must have experience managing associate attorneys, paralegals and other legal staff. The position will involve extensive contact with the Atlanta City Council, multiple City Departments and Boards, and the Metro Atlanta community. Applicants should possess leadership qualities, superior writing skills, outstanding judgment, exceptional analytical skills and strong negotiation skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are also required. Candidates' conduct must align with the City of Atlanta Ethics Code. Applicants with prior experience representing a municipality, other governmental/quasi-governmental entity are encouraged to apply. Minimum Requirements Juris Doctorate; Fifteen (15) or more years of experience as a practicing attorney and people manager; member in good standing of the State Bar of Georgia. Preferred Qualifications Ten plus years of experience as a practicing attorney in area of expertise. Knowledge of municipal law. Ten (10) or more years of managing people and workflow.
We are looking for the right people - people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards and opportunity of working for one of the world's largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry. Job Duties and Qualifications A paralegal for Halliburton's Litigation Practice Group works closely with our in-house attorneys to manage lawsuits and disputes, with a focus on discovery and case management. A Paralegal will handle a matter from beginning to disposition, communicating with outside counsel, along with employees and others related to such disputes. Must be organized, self-motivated, proactive and be able to work well under pressure. A qualified candidate would have experience working within a law firm environment and/or energy sector with a working knowledge of commercial and personal injury litigation. This role will report on a Hybrid work schedule. Job Duties •Assists in-house attorneys in handling various legal matters, including but not limited to commercial, personal injury, intellectual property, and other varied types of litigation. •Helps investigate claims and disputes, locates documents, records, witnesses, etc., and maintains case files, records, and information systems. •Supports in-house and outside attorneys in the coordination of depositions, hearings, mediations, trials, and other proceedings. •May have supervisory responsibilities for matters, and generally has minimal administrative or clerical responsibilities. Requirements •Typically requires undergraduate degree, and/or paralegal certificate, and/or equivalent experience. Candidates having qualifications that exceed the minimum job requirements will receive consideration for higher-level roles give (1) their experience, (2) additional job requirements, and/or (3) business needs. Depending on education, experience, and skill level, a variety of job opportunities might be available from Paralegal to Senior Paralegal. Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Location 3000 N. Sam Houston Parkway E., Houston, Texas, 77032, United States Job Details Requisition Number: 190681 Experience Level: Experienced Hire Job Family: Support Services Product Service Line: Legal Full Time / Part Time: Full Time Additional Locations for this position:
09/04/2024
Full time
We are looking for the right people - people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards and opportunity of working for one of the world's largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry. Job Duties and Qualifications A paralegal for Halliburton's Litigation Practice Group works closely with our in-house attorneys to manage lawsuits and disputes, with a focus on discovery and case management. A Paralegal will handle a matter from beginning to disposition, communicating with outside counsel, along with employees and others related to such disputes. Must be organized, self-motivated, proactive and be able to work well under pressure. A qualified candidate would have experience working within a law firm environment and/or energy sector with a working knowledge of commercial and personal injury litigation. This role will report on a Hybrid work schedule. Job Duties •Assists in-house attorneys in handling various legal matters, including but not limited to commercial, personal injury, intellectual property, and other varied types of litigation. •Helps investigate claims and disputes, locates documents, records, witnesses, etc., and maintains case files, records, and information systems. •Supports in-house and outside attorneys in the coordination of depositions, hearings, mediations, trials, and other proceedings. •May have supervisory responsibilities for matters, and generally has minimal administrative or clerical responsibilities. Requirements •Typically requires undergraduate degree, and/or paralegal certificate, and/or equivalent experience. Candidates having qualifications that exceed the minimum job requirements will receive consideration for higher-level roles give (1) their experience, (2) additional job requirements, and/or (3) business needs. Depending on education, experience, and skill level, a variety of job opportunities might be available from Paralegal to Senior Paralegal. Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Location 3000 N. Sam Houston Parkway E., Houston, Texas, 77032, United States Job Details Requisition Number: 190681 Experience Level: Experienced Hire Job Family: Support Services Product Service Line: Legal Full Time / Part Time: Full Time Additional Locations for this position:
Posting Expires: Until Filled General Description The ideal candidate should have at least ten (10) years of litigation experience in general civil and/or employment litigation in state and federal courts, including appellate work. The ideal candidate should have substantial first and/or second chair trial experience and experience working with Assistant and Associate Attorneys. The applicant should also be capable of handling all stages of litigation including discovery, depositions and alternative dispute resolution. Applicants must have experience managing paralegals and/or administrative staff. Experience drafting legislation is a plus. The Supervisory Senior Attorney in this position will have extensive contact with Atlanta City Council, multiple City Departments and the governing bodies of several other municipalities. Applicants must possess strong written and oral communication skills, analytical skills, sound judgment, professionalism and the interpersonal skills necessary to contribute to a litigation team handling complex legal matters in a fast-paced environment.
09/02/2024
Full time
Posting Expires: Until Filled General Description The ideal candidate should have at least ten (10) years of litigation experience in general civil and/or employment litigation in state and federal courts, including appellate work. The ideal candidate should have substantial first and/or second chair trial experience and experience working with Assistant and Associate Attorneys. The applicant should also be capable of handling all stages of litigation including discovery, depositions and alternative dispute resolution. Applicants must have experience managing paralegals and/or administrative staff. Experience drafting legislation is a plus. The Supervisory Senior Attorney in this position will have extensive contact with Atlanta City Council, multiple City Departments and the governing bodies of several other municipalities. Applicants must possess strong written and oral communication skills, analytical skills, sound judgment, professionalism and the interpersonal skills necessary to contribute to a litigation team handling complex legal matters in a fast-paced environment.
Posting Expires: Until filled. General Description The primary role of this position is to provide legal services for the City of Atlanta and its management staff, to include interpretation of laws and regulations, provision of legal advice, preparation and review of legal documentation, management of legal matters, and other legal support as required. Duties and responsibilities include providing legal counsel and advice to support the Department of Enterprise and Asset Management and the Department of Parks and Recreation The attorney will also provide legal representation for the License Review Board and the Keep Atlanta Beautiful Commission as well as the Pension Board and Committees. The role will handle a variety of transactions involving procurement, real estate, construction, corporate, regulatory and legislative matters. Experience with land-use, real estate development agreements, purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases, easements and construction contracts is preferred. Applicants should have experience managing paralegals and/or administrative staff. The Attorney will have extensive contact with City Council, multiple City Departments and the governing bodies of several other municipalities. Applicants should demonstrate superior writing skills, outstanding judgment, excellent analytical skills and strong negotiation skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are also required. Applicants with prior experience representing a municipality, other governmental/quasi-governmental entity are encouraged to apply.
09/02/2024
Full time
Posting Expires: Until filled. General Description The primary role of this position is to provide legal services for the City of Atlanta and its management staff, to include interpretation of laws and regulations, provision of legal advice, preparation and review of legal documentation, management of legal matters, and other legal support as required. Duties and responsibilities include providing legal counsel and advice to support the Department of Enterprise and Asset Management and the Department of Parks and Recreation The attorney will also provide legal representation for the License Review Board and the Keep Atlanta Beautiful Commission as well as the Pension Board and Committees. The role will handle a variety of transactions involving procurement, real estate, construction, corporate, regulatory and legislative matters. Experience with land-use, real estate development agreements, purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases, easements and construction contracts is preferred. Applicants should have experience managing paralegals and/or administrative staff. The Attorney will have extensive contact with City Council, multiple City Departments and the governing bodies of several other municipalities. Applicants should demonstrate superior writing skills, outstanding judgment, excellent analytical skills and strong negotiation skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are also required. Applicants with prior experience representing a municipality, other governmental/quasi-governmental entity are encouraged to apply.
About KIND Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child's rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children. Position Summary KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children needing legal representation through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney. Essential Functions Provides both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients. In the pro bono mentoring function, provide robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case. In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies; and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits. Supervises interns and/or other non-attorney staff as needed including: Onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight. Places cases with pro bono attorneys and actively build relationships between KIND and the pro bono community. In coordination with KIND's Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, helps develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets. With supervision, present trainings to pro bono attorneys and community groups. Contributes to overall office functioning, including actively participating in field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events. Ensures entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND's case management systems. Represents KIND at local coalitions, courts, and agencies. Qualifications and Requirements J.D. and admitted to the local state bar (If not admitted to local state bar, must sit for bar exam or start waiver to be admitted within 6 months and be able to be admitted within one year of employment). Must be fluent in English and Spanish; or fluent in English and must participate in and complete the Spanish immersion program. Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas. Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma. Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers if the majority of the caseload is working directly with pro bono attorneys. Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both orally and in writing. Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles. Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life. Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children's wellbeing and rights. Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment. Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance. Experience working and communicating in a remote environment. Our Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying 100% of the employee only portion of the premium for one of the two medical plan options, dental, and vision. - Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) for both medical and dependent care. - Pre-tax transit and parking spending account. - Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. - Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance. For a complete list of benefits, please click here . Our Focus on Wellness KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. KIND has prioritized wellness for employees through Mindfulness and Wellness Trainings, Wellness Platforms, Employee Assistance and Resilience Programs, Time Away and Office Wellness Activities. For more information regarding our Wellness initiatives please visit this link . Application Instructions To be considered for this role, please submit an employment application at supportkind.org/join-the-team , along with your resume and cover letter. KIND has an organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply. Disclaimer: KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm no fees recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: . $72,122.79 - $90,153.49 a year Compensation details: .49 Yearly Salary PIf9e4f372aaf1-1510
09/02/2024
Full time
About KIND Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child's rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children. Position Summary KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children needing legal representation through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney. Essential Functions Provides both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients. In the pro bono mentoring function, provide robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case. In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies; and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits. Supervises interns and/or other non-attorney staff as needed including: Onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight. Places cases with pro bono attorneys and actively build relationships between KIND and the pro bono community. In coordination with KIND's Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, helps develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets. With supervision, present trainings to pro bono attorneys and community groups. Contributes to overall office functioning, including actively participating in field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events. Ensures entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND's case management systems. Represents KIND at local coalitions, courts, and agencies. Qualifications and Requirements J.D. and admitted to the local state bar (If not admitted to local state bar, must sit for bar exam or start waiver to be admitted within 6 months and be able to be admitted within one year of employment). Must be fluent in English and Spanish; or fluent in English and must participate in and complete the Spanish immersion program. Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas. Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma. Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers if the majority of the caseload is working directly with pro bono attorneys. Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both orally and in writing. Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles. Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life. Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children's wellbeing and rights. Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment. Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance. Experience working and communicating in a remote environment. Our Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying 100% of the employee only portion of the premium for one of the two medical plan options, dental, and vision. - Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) for both medical and dependent care. - Pre-tax transit and parking spending account. - Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. - Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance. For a complete list of benefits, please click here . Our Focus on Wellness KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. KIND has prioritized wellness for employees through Mindfulness and Wellness Trainings, Wellness Platforms, Employee Assistance and Resilience Programs, Time Away and Office Wellness Activities. For more information regarding our Wellness initiatives please visit this link . Application Instructions To be considered for this role, please submit an employment application at supportkind.org/join-the-team , along with your resume and cover letter. KIND has an organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply. Disclaimer: KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm no fees recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: . $72,122.79 - $90,153.49 a year Compensation details: .49 Yearly Salary PIf9e4f372aaf1-1510
Position Title: Family Law Attorney - Greater Tampa Bay or Fort Lauderdale Area Company: Winthrop Law Offices, P.A. Workplace Type: hybrid Contact Email: Industry:Legal Start Date:2024-08-27 Expire Date:2024-10-26 City:Tampa Bay State:Florida Country:United States Description: Winthrop Law Offices is an established family law firm with over 20 years of experience in Florida and locations throughout the state. We are continuously growing and looking for an exceptional, fast family law attorney. You will be trained by the senior partner with 24 years of experience in family law, who will provide support on your cases. He developed a proprietary litigation system that allows our team of attorneys to work as efficiently as possible and win more cases with less stress. We offer: Salary is up to $125,000 (based on experience) 401K, 401K match Medical insurance Vacation, sick days, mental health days Collaborative environment Support from the senior partner on your cases Requirements: Two to five years' experience as a Family Law Attorney practicing in Florida. Must currently be working in family law in Florida. You must be able to hit the ground running with a full family law caseload with little supervision. Attorneys who just graduated or do not have family law experience will not be considered. This is a full-time position with general office hours from 8:30 am-5:30 pm Monday-Friday. Must be able to draft quickly and accurately. You will have a paralegal, but you need to be able to draft your own MSA's, complex motions, etc. Attending court appearances, depos, evidentiary hearings, CMC's, mediations, trials, etc. The candidate needs to be aggressive, proactive, used to independently moving your cases forward quickly, and able to clearly communicate with clients and to your paralegal/ legal assistant. Must possess excellent grammar, spelling, punctuation, computer, and negotiation skills. Please submit the following : Resume Writing samples The date you are available to start Salary requirements Requirements: associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney PIc7d248f6a61a-7553
08/28/2024
Full time
Position Title: Family Law Attorney - Greater Tampa Bay or Fort Lauderdale Area Company: Winthrop Law Offices, P.A. Workplace Type: hybrid Contact Email: Industry:Legal Start Date:2024-08-27 Expire Date:2024-10-26 City:Tampa Bay State:Florida Country:United States Description: Winthrop Law Offices is an established family law firm with over 20 years of experience in Florida and locations throughout the state. We are continuously growing and looking for an exceptional, fast family law attorney. You will be trained by the senior partner with 24 years of experience in family law, who will provide support on your cases. He developed a proprietary litigation system that allows our team of attorneys to work as efficiently as possible and win more cases with less stress. We offer: Salary is up to $125,000 (based on experience) 401K, 401K match Medical insurance Vacation, sick days, mental health days Collaborative environment Support from the senior partner on your cases Requirements: Two to five years' experience as a Family Law Attorney practicing in Florida. Must currently be working in family law in Florida. You must be able to hit the ground running with a full family law caseload with little supervision. Attorneys who just graduated or do not have family law experience will not be considered. This is a full-time position with general office hours from 8:30 am-5:30 pm Monday-Friday. Must be able to draft quickly and accurately. You will have a paralegal, but you need to be able to draft your own MSA's, complex motions, etc. Attending court appearances, depos, evidentiary hearings, CMC's, mediations, trials, etc. The candidate needs to be aggressive, proactive, used to independently moving your cases forward quickly, and able to clearly communicate with clients and to your paralegal/ legal assistant. Must possess excellent grammar, spelling, punctuation, computer, and negotiation skills. Please submit the following : Resume Writing samples The date you are available to start Salary requirements Requirements: associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney associate attorney PIc7d248f6a61a-7553
Senior Paralegal - Hybrid Remote Global law firm seels a highly skilled Senior Paralegal to support their practice group. This remote position requires proximity to one of the following offices: Phoenix, New York, Washington DC, Short Hills, Houston, Dallas, Austin, Atlanta, San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, Palo Alto, Baltimore, Northern Virginia, Wilmington, Boston, Chicago, Minneapolis, Miami, Raleigh, Seattle and/or Philadelphia. Responsibilities: Assist attorneys by preparing legal documents, coordinating with various parties, and compiling and analyzing information. Support case and matter-related duties, coordinating with attorneys, clients, and others. Develop, monitor, and update legal documents and checklists. Research, prepare, and file UCC Financing Statements, Articles of Incorporation/Organization, annual reports, and manage data rooms. Minimum Requirements: Bachelors Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate 6 years experience as a Corporate paralegal Experience with entity formation and qualification Experience with transactional closings Strong organization skills and attention to detail Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Preferred Requirements: Emerging Growth and Venture Capital experience Blue Sky research skills Large firm experience Private and public company experience Experience with electronic ownership and equity management platforms such as Carta and Shareworks Experience with DocuSign or similar technology Desired Skills: Proficiency with Blue Sky Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to handle high volumes of work and assist attorneys across the firm. Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and legal software (Relativity, LexisNexis, Westlaw). Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree and/or Paralegal certificate. Additional Requirements: Effective communication with clients and legal professionals. Produce high-quality work and meet deadlines. Comply with firm policies.
08/23/2024
Senior Paralegal - Hybrid Remote Global law firm seels a highly skilled Senior Paralegal to support their practice group. This remote position requires proximity to one of the following offices: Phoenix, New York, Washington DC, Short Hills, Houston, Dallas, Austin, Atlanta, San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, Palo Alto, Baltimore, Northern Virginia, Wilmington, Boston, Chicago, Minneapolis, Miami, Raleigh, Seattle and/or Philadelphia. Responsibilities: Assist attorneys by preparing legal documents, coordinating with various parties, and compiling and analyzing information. Support case and matter-related duties, coordinating with attorneys, clients, and others. Develop, monitor, and update legal documents and checklists. Research, prepare, and file UCC Financing Statements, Articles of Incorporation/Organization, annual reports, and manage data rooms. Minimum Requirements: Bachelors Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate 6 years experience as a Corporate paralegal Experience with entity formation and qualification Experience with transactional closings Strong organization skills and attention to detail Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Preferred Requirements: Emerging Growth and Venture Capital experience Blue Sky research skills Large firm experience Private and public company experience Experience with electronic ownership and equity management platforms such as Carta and Shareworks Experience with DocuSign or similar technology Desired Skills: Proficiency with Blue Sky Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to handle high volumes of work and assist attorneys across the firm. Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and legal software (Relativity, LexisNexis, Westlaw). Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree and/or Paralegal certificate. Additional Requirements: Effective communication with clients and legal professionals. Produce high-quality work and meet deadlines. Comply with firm policies.
WHAT YOU'LL DO You'll work on a team that provides a wide range of services to our Managing Directors & Partners (MDPs) and, in particular, manages our MDP compensation and equity programs, including overseeing the annual MDP reporting cycle. In addition, the group supports a number of MDP 'life cycle' events (e.g., lateral hiring, promotions, departures, and transfers). In this position, you will develop a deep understanding of the MDP equity programs and the global and local compensation and equity framework offered to the MDPs to ensure proper legal implementation, documentation and governance over the equity programs and lifecycle events. The work is challenging, very visible and requires strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills. The Process Coordinator role will support a range of operational processes on the PSG Equity team by assisting in the preparation, communication, and compliance functions for various MDP deliverables including: • Preparing legal documents related to equity interest purchases and sales and lifecycle events (e.g., equity purchase and sale agreements, departure agreements, lateral hire offer letters, resignation letters) • Driving the ideation, creative design and execution of a high volume of MDP communications to ensure delivering clear messaging for PSG content; continually maintaining consistent use of PSG branding and language, and as needed, graphic design through imagery/visuals within communications to help drive MDP understanding of content • Managing and updating dynamic distribution lists for MDP communications • Become an active member of PSG communication practitioners to ensure an integrated approach through all MDP communications • Facilitating the automation of document production by helping to design workflows and test automated document production solutions • Communicating and coordinating document template changes with Legal and Tax teams prior to any upcoming transactions and maintain subsequent updates to document library • Organizing and maintaining the electronic filing system for executed legal documents ensuring PSG records are complete, accurate and up to date. • Preparing and reconciling the unit and share balances on a quarterly basis to ensure compliance with BCG articles and BCG governance and voting procedures • Creating and maintaining annual share ledger for BCG equity entities • Developing procedures as well as building digital knowledge to create and implement digital solutions that improve operational processes and controls YOU'RE GOOD AT You are detail-oriented, rigorous about accuracy and take a critical eye toward the quality and consistency of MDP communications and deliverables. You are organized, appreciate the importance of strong policies and procedures to maintain trust in the process and have sound judgment in navigating exceptions. You develop collaborative working relationships with those you interact with and ask questions to clarify your understanding. You seek to provide a high level of professional customer service and have excellent communication skills. Your curiosity leads you to exploring options and solving problems with automation and digital solutions. Growing an understanding of the operation and function of the equity and lifecycle process to navigate and suggest efficiencies is critical for success in the role. Critical thinking skills are key to navigate the most efficient ways to organize a process and collect data required to complete various responsibilities. Growth in the role will be measured by the synergies developed in performing the various processes and improvements you help to implement, including finding new or better ways to use existing tools. You bring a positive attitude, look forward to learning from your peers and building relationships with others. You adapt to feedback and look to make improvements and add value for your customers. YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) • Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field • 2-4+ years of experience in a related field, such as financial operations or paralegal experience, preferably with a global company • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills • Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills; able to communicate confidently and professionally with senior management, particularly those in Finance • Have a passion to innovate and create impactful communications that are both informative and visually appealing • Skilled in MS office applications - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint • Experience with digital tools such as Alteryx and Tableau preferred • Familiarity with Trello, Slack, SalesForce, Adobe Sign, PegaSystems (or other workflow management tools) is a plus • Flexible and adaptable to rapidly changing priorities and ability to stay focused • High level of confidentiality and discretion in handling of personal data • Proactive self-starter with critical thinking skills and creativity to solve problems • Ability to work independently on multiple, simultaneous assignments with minimal supervision YOU'LL WORK WITH PSG is the function responsible for the leadership and operation of all aspects of evaluation, compensation, equity and HR for our MDP cohort. The PSG team is within the Global Services function. Global Services (GS) consists of a varied range of functions providing corporate support of BCG's business and strategic priorities for example, Finance, Legal, HR, Marketing, IT, Risk, PSG and more. This diverse team of experts, operators and specialists represent all levels from MDP to entry level staff, operating across the globe in multiple countries. The role will be part of the PSG Equity/Operations team and will work closely with the PSG Comp team and other sub-functions within PSG. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Effective November 1, 2021, all new US hires must be fully vaccinated* or subject to a religious or medical exemption. *two weeks after receiving the final dose of a WHO-approved COVID19 vaccine Requirements: Boston Consulting Group
11/10/2021
Full time
WHAT YOU'LL DO You'll work on a team that provides a wide range of services to our Managing Directors & Partners (MDPs) and, in particular, manages our MDP compensation and equity programs, including overseeing the annual MDP reporting cycle. In addition, the group supports a number of MDP 'life cycle' events (e.g., lateral hiring, promotions, departures, and transfers). In this position, you will develop a deep understanding of the MDP equity programs and the global and local compensation and equity framework offered to the MDPs to ensure proper legal implementation, documentation and governance over the equity programs and lifecycle events. The work is challenging, very visible and requires strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills. The Process Coordinator role will support a range of operational processes on the PSG Equity team by assisting in the preparation, communication, and compliance functions for various MDP deliverables including: • Preparing legal documents related to equity interest purchases and sales and lifecycle events (e.g., equity purchase and sale agreements, departure agreements, lateral hire offer letters, resignation letters) • Driving the ideation, creative design and execution of a high volume of MDP communications to ensure delivering clear messaging for PSG content; continually maintaining consistent use of PSG branding and language, and as needed, graphic design through imagery/visuals within communications to help drive MDP understanding of content • Managing and updating dynamic distribution lists for MDP communications • Become an active member of PSG communication practitioners to ensure an integrated approach through all MDP communications • Facilitating the automation of document production by helping to design workflows and test automated document production solutions • Communicating and coordinating document template changes with Legal and Tax teams prior to any upcoming transactions and maintain subsequent updates to document library • Organizing and maintaining the electronic filing system for executed legal documents ensuring PSG records are complete, accurate and up to date. • Preparing and reconciling the unit and share balances on a quarterly basis to ensure compliance with BCG articles and BCG governance and voting procedures • Creating and maintaining annual share ledger for BCG equity entities • Developing procedures as well as building digital knowledge to create and implement digital solutions that improve operational processes and controls YOU'RE GOOD AT You are detail-oriented, rigorous about accuracy and take a critical eye toward the quality and consistency of MDP communications and deliverables. You are organized, appreciate the importance of strong policies and procedures to maintain trust in the process and have sound judgment in navigating exceptions. You develop collaborative working relationships with those you interact with and ask questions to clarify your understanding. You seek to provide a high level of professional customer service and have excellent communication skills. Your curiosity leads you to exploring options and solving problems with automation and digital solutions. Growing an understanding of the operation and function of the equity and lifecycle process to navigate and suggest efficiencies is critical for success in the role. Critical thinking skills are key to navigate the most efficient ways to organize a process and collect data required to complete various responsibilities. Growth in the role will be measured by the synergies developed in performing the various processes and improvements you help to implement, including finding new or better ways to use existing tools. You bring a positive attitude, look forward to learning from your peers and building relationships with others. You adapt to feedback and look to make improvements and add value for your customers. YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) • Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field • 2-4+ years of experience in a related field, such as financial operations or paralegal experience, preferably with a global company • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills • Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills; able to communicate confidently and professionally with senior management, particularly those in Finance • Have a passion to innovate and create impactful communications that are both informative and visually appealing • Skilled in MS office applications - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint • Experience with digital tools such as Alteryx and Tableau preferred • Familiarity with Trello, Slack, SalesForce, Adobe Sign, PegaSystems (or other workflow management tools) is a plus • Flexible and adaptable to rapidly changing priorities and ability to stay focused • High level of confidentiality and discretion in handling of personal data • Proactive self-starter with critical thinking skills and creativity to solve problems • Ability to work independently on multiple, simultaneous assignments with minimal supervision YOU'LL WORK WITH PSG is the function responsible for the leadership and operation of all aspects of evaluation, compensation, equity and HR for our MDP cohort. The PSG team is within the Global Services function. Global Services (GS) consists of a varied range of functions providing corporate support of BCG's business and strategic priorities for example, Finance, Legal, HR, Marketing, IT, Risk, PSG and more. This diverse team of experts, operators and specialists represent all levels from MDP to entry level staff, operating across the globe in multiple countries. The role will be part of the PSG Equity/Operations team and will work closely with the PSG Comp team and other sub-functions within PSG. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Effective November 1, 2021, all new US hires must be fully vaccinated* or subject to a religious or medical exemption. *two weeks after receiving the final dose of a WHO-approved COVID19 vaccine Requirements: Boston Consulting Group
POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Director, Loan Closing and Portfolio Officer is part of a team of finance professionals of Cleveland Development Advisors (CDA) responsible for closing new loans and asset management of its portfolio of real estate investment funds. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Act as the closing agent for new CDA loans to ensure loans are closed as approved in underwriting by board of directors and within CDA Investment Underwriting Guidelines & Portfolio Risk Management Policy requirements, and program requirements (including new market tax credit program (NMTC) and CDFI Program). Coordinate all closing activities, checklists and collect necessary documentation required for closing and participate in project loan closing calls. Review legal documents and work closely with CDA counsel to ensure that all closing documents, including loan documents and community benefits agreements, incorporate CDA Investment Underwriting Guidelines & Portfolio Risk Management Policy requirements; NMTC and CDFI Program requirement; any grant funding requirements and/or investor requirements, are incorporated. Communicate with senior management when proposed requirements or approvals for the loans cannot be met. Oversee the daily monitoring, reporting and compliance of the overall CDA investment portfolio to: Maintain accurate database of individual loan reporting requirements for direct loans. Assist in preparation of portfolio reports for submission to Board of Directors. Assist in preparation of quarterly investor updates for loan funds and NMTC projects Oversee and review preparation of the semi-annual loan loss analysis and reserve establishment of investments before presentation to senior management and Investment Review Committee. Assist in the ongoing monitoring and review of CDA Investment Underwriting Guidelines & Portfolio Risk Management Policy to ensure that updates incorporate compliance and impact requirements. Assist CDA Outreach and Underwriting Team as it relates to necessary compilation and maintenance of industry reports and market data trends used to assist in underwriting process Oversee and lead the loan monitoring and review process for construction draw requests to ensure required documentation is obtained for submission for loan funding. Assist and prepare, as needed, loan modification action items to be presented to the CDA Board of Directors Assist in the preparation of loan portfolio updates presented to CDA Investment Review Committee and Board of Directors Build, cultivate and maintain positive working relationships with project sponsors, borrowers, investors, co-lenders, consultants, and community professionals to support and advance CDA's mission Assist with special projects, such as preparation of supplemental schedules needed for applications, investor meetings, board meetings, etc. PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: Paralegal certificate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, real estate or related field. Minimum of 5 years of relevant real estate loan closing experience. Strong communications, analytical, decision making, organizational, follow-up and customer service skills. Attention to detail with the ability to prioritize in high-volume environment. Knowledge of the CDFI and New Market Tax Credit industry a plus. Ability to adapt approach, strategy and tactics rapidly in response to changing information and program needs Ability to analyze and improve processes and procedures. Ability to make suggestions for problems or concerns. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal communication skills (diplomacy, tact, eg) Strong facility with computer programs essential to business communication (particularly Word, PowerPoint, Excel and other Microsoft Office programs; and loan program software).
11/05/2021
Full time
POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Director, Loan Closing and Portfolio Officer is part of a team of finance professionals of Cleveland Development Advisors (CDA) responsible for closing new loans and asset management of its portfolio of real estate investment funds. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Act as the closing agent for new CDA loans to ensure loans are closed as approved in underwriting by board of directors and within CDA Investment Underwriting Guidelines & Portfolio Risk Management Policy requirements, and program requirements (including new market tax credit program (NMTC) and CDFI Program). Coordinate all closing activities, checklists and collect necessary documentation required for closing and participate in project loan closing calls. Review legal documents and work closely with CDA counsel to ensure that all closing documents, including loan documents and community benefits agreements, incorporate CDA Investment Underwriting Guidelines & Portfolio Risk Management Policy requirements; NMTC and CDFI Program requirement; any grant funding requirements and/or investor requirements, are incorporated. Communicate with senior management when proposed requirements or approvals for the loans cannot be met. Oversee the daily monitoring, reporting and compliance of the overall CDA investment portfolio to: Maintain accurate database of individual loan reporting requirements for direct loans. Assist in preparation of portfolio reports for submission to Board of Directors. Assist in preparation of quarterly investor updates for loan funds and NMTC projects Oversee and review preparation of the semi-annual loan loss analysis and reserve establishment of investments before presentation to senior management and Investment Review Committee. Assist in the ongoing monitoring and review of CDA Investment Underwriting Guidelines & Portfolio Risk Management Policy to ensure that updates incorporate compliance and impact requirements. Assist CDA Outreach and Underwriting Team as it relates to necessary compilation and maintenance of industry reports and market data trends used to assist in underwriting process Oversee and lead the loan monitoring and review process for construction draw requests to ensure required documentation is obtained for submission for loan funding. Assist and prepare, as needed, loan modification action items to be presented to the CDA Board of Directors Assist in the preparation of loan portfolio updates presented to CDA Investment Review Committee and Board of Directors Build, cultivate and maintain positive working relationships with project sponsors, borrowers, investors, co-lenders, consultants, and community professionals to support and advance CDA's mission Assist with special projects, such as preparation of supplemental schedules needed for applications, investor meetings, board meetings, etc. PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: Paralegal certificate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, real estate or related field. Minimum of 5 years of relevant real estate loan closing experience. Strong communications, analytical, decision making, organizational, follow-up and customer service skills. Attention to detail with the ability to prioritize in high-volume environment. Knowledge of the CDFI and New Market Tax Credit industry a plus. Ability to adapt approach, strategy and tactics rapidly in response to changing information and program needs Ability to analyze and improve processes and procedures. Ability to make suggestions for problems or concerns. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal communication skills (diplomacy, tact, eg) Strong facility with computer programs essential to business communication (particularly Word, PowerPoint, Excel and other Microsoft Office programs; and loan program software).
Personal Injury Legal Assistant/Paralegal AV rated Annapolis law firm seeking qualified full time personal injury legal assistant/paralegal to support senior litigation attorney. Candidate must have a minimum of 3 years of personal injury/accident litigation experience, be familiar with medical records and the litigation process, and have excellent organization and communication skills. Must have experience with MDEC/electronic court filing and in Federal electronic filing. Liberal benefits package. Salary negotiable based on experience. Please forward cover letter and resume. Job Type: Full-time recblid 4ohl0orvk9cm3xg7gfr0p2ysx3xx0r
09/25/2021
Full time
Personal Injury Legal Assistant/Paralegal AV rated Annapolis law firm seeking qualified full time personal injury legal assistant/paralegal to support senior litigation attorney. Candidate must have a minimum of 3 years of personal injury/accident litigation experience, be familiar with medical records and the litigation process, and have excellent organization and communication skills. Must have experience with MDEC/electronic court filing and in Federal electronic filing. Liberal benefits package. Salary negotiable based on experience. Please forward cover letter and resume. Job Type: Full-time recblid 4ohl0orvk9cm3xg7gfr0p2ysx3xx0r
Supporting the Most Exciting and Meaningful Missions in the World Senior Paralegal PAE has an opening for a Senior Paralegal that will support the mission of the USAO's ACE Program. Under the direction and approval of the government, services include, but are not limited to the following: Assists attorneys and support staff with developing strategies for current litigation support needs and facilitates support required. Reviews and analyzes documents such as investigative reports, medical records, agency reports, witness statements/reports, transcripts, and document productions for civil cases. Becomes familiar with case issues and assists with identifying case materials associated with case issues. Assists with running searches, reviewing documents, tagging docs, bates numbering files, and exporting files from eDiscovery Database. Will prepare summaries containing analysis and chronologies of documents and case materials reviewed. Facilitates effective organization of voluminous cases ensuring documents are indexed, logged, organized in automated databases where searches can be performed. Will log and track all discovery and case related materials. Within the case database (such as Relativity or Eclipse), the senior paralegal will also assist with defining coding fields and checking on document review/coding efforts for an assigned case. Determines appropriate software that will be required for document management and graphics development (simple). Utilizes CaseMap, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel and or Trial Director to assist attorney's with creating presentations. Prepares exhibit/witness lists, trial notebooks, expert witness binders, etc. Assists with creating charts, demonstratives and visuals for legal proceedings. May sync prepared trial exhibits and create presentations utilizing Trial director or other related software. Attends meetings and legal proceedings and notes pertinent information. Coordinates with vendor regarding trial exhibit preparation, eDiscovery Database access and creation, data uploads to case database and other related tasks as needed. Ensures courtroom computer and recording equipment is operational in courtroom. May use Trial Director (or other presentation software) during trials and may create case database prior to proceedings. Will trouble shoots technical issues related to computerized presentation of exhibits. May provide training to attorneys and support staff on court related software prior to and during trial. Minimum Required Qualifications: Must be able to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance. Requires at least 5 year of experience and a Paralegal Certificate; relatable educational credentials such as Juris Doctor, Master Degree, or Associate Degree in similar course of study may qualify. Prior trial experience and preparation is also required. Must be familiar with the use of Microsoft suite (Work, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint). Hands on experience conducting legal research is required. Excellent communication skills are required. Must have experience assisting with the cases in the Discovery stage. Must be able to work well under pressure meeting fast approaching deadlines. Travel may occasionally be required. Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with Relativity, Eclipse, Concordance and/or other relatable document review platform is preferred. This position supports a SCA (Service Contract Act) contract; therefore, the hourly wage is determined by the Department of Labor. This position is classified as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant II and the hourly wage is $24.85/hr and is eligible for Health and Welfare. #APP21 PAE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. EEO is the Law Poster EEO is the Law Poster Supplement
09/25/2021
Full time
Supporting the Most Exciting and Meaningful Missions in the World Senior Paralegal PAE has an opening for a Senior Paralegal that will support the mission of the USAO's ACE Program. Under the direction and approval of the government, services include, but are not limited to the following: Assists attorneys and support staff with developing strategies for current litigation support needs and facilitates support required. Reviews and analyzes documents such as investigative reports, medical records, agency reports, witness statements/reports, transcripts, and document productions for civil cases. Becomes familiar with case issues and assists with identifying case materials associated with case issues. Assists with running searches, reviewing documents, tagging docs, bates numbering files, and exporting files from eDiscovery Database. Will prepare summaries containing analysis and chronologies of documents and case materials reviewed. Facilitates effective organization of voluminous cases ensuring documents are indexed, logged, organized in automated databases where searches can be performed. Will log and track all discovery and case related materials. Within the case database (such as Relativity or Eclipse), the senior paralegal will also assist with defining coding fields and checking on document review/coding efforts for an assigned case. Determines appropriate software that will be required for document management and graphics development (simple). Utilizes CaseMap, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel and or Trial Director to assist attorney's with creating presentations. Prepares exhibit/witness lists, trial notebooks, expert witness binders, etc. Assists with creating charts, demonstratives and visuals for legal proceedings. May sync prepared trial exhibits and create presentations utilizing Trial director or other related software. Attends meetings and legal proceedings and notes pertinent information. Coordinates with vendor regarding trial exhibit preparation, eDiscovery Database access and creation, data uploads to case database and other related tasks as needed. Ensures courtroom computer and recording equipment is operational in courtroom. May use Trial Director (or other presentation software) during trials and may create case database prior to proceedings. Will trouble shoots technical issues related to computerized presentation of exhibits. May provide training to attorneys and support staff on court related software prior to and during trial. Minimum Required Qualifications: Must be able to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance. Requires at least 5 year of experience and a Paralegal Certificate; relatable educational credentials such as Juris Doctor, Master Degree, or Associate Degree in similar course of study may qualify. Prior trial experience and preparation is also required. Must be familiar with the use of Microsoft suite (Work, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint). Hands on experience conducting legal research is required. Excellent communication skills are required. Must have experience assisting with the cases in the Discovery stage. Must be able to work well under pressure meeting fast approaching deadlines. Travel may occasionally be required. Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with Relativity, Eclipse, Concordance and/or other relatable document review platform is preferred. This position supports a SCA (Service Contract Act) contract; therefore, the hourly wage is determined by the Department of Labor. This position is classified as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant II and the hourly wage is $24.85/hr and is eligible for Health and Welfare. #APP21 PAE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. EEO is the Law Poster EEO is the Law Poster Supplement
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Olathe, Kansas
Open to ALL U.S. CitizensNOTE: CURRENT PERMANENT FBI EMPLOYEES MUST APPLY FOR THIS JOB THROUGH ASAPP, Announcement Number 2 for FBI Professional Staff. Applications will not be accepted from outside of the area of consideration.Job SummaryPosition: Deputy General Counsel (ES)Section: Litigation BranchDivision: Office of the General CounselLocation: Washington, DCWorking Hours: 9:00a.m. 5:30p.m. (Flexible)Salary: $132,552 to $190,891Promotional Potential: noneRelocation Incentive may be offered by the FBI.Limited transfer benefits may be borne by the FBI.Key RequirementsMust be able to obtain a Top Secret -SCI clearanceU.S. Citizenship RequiredThe Mission of the FBI is to protect the American people and uphold the Constitution of the United States. The Deputy General Counsel (DGC) position is a Deputy Assistant Director-level position in the FBI. The DGC reports directly to the General Counsel and is responsible for management and direct oversight of the Litigation Branch, which is comprised of over 100 attorneys, paralegals and other professional staff, including two SES Section Chiefs and nine GS15 Unit Chiefs. The Litigation Branch consists of two Sections: Litigation Technology Management (LTMS) and Strategic and Sensitive Information Litigation (SSILS). LTMS consists of two Civil Litigation Units, two Employment Law units and one Discovery Unit. SSILS consists of the National Security Coordination Litigation Unit, the FOIA Litigation Unit, the Congressional Oversight and Investigations Unit, and the Strategic and Sensitive Discovery Unit. The Litigation Branch provides legal advice to the entire FBI, including the Director and other FBI HQ executives, as well as agents in the field, regarding litigation risk, personnel issues, training, security, employment law, external oversight, and internal investigations.Major DutiesThe DGC serves as the senior executive responsible for the agency's civil litigation practice. The DGC oversees the defense of civil actions filed against the United States for the official acts of FBI employees, as well as individual-capacity claims against employees. The DGC coordinates national security litigation, lawsuits arising out of mass shootings and domestic terrorism incidents, and congressional and other demands for its sensitive information. The DGC also leads the employment law practice, counseling and defending the FBI and its executives. The DGC develops and maintains robust relationships with litigation partners at the Department of Justice, the U.S. Intelligence Community, and other government agencies.The successful candidate will be an accomplished and well-rounded leader, manager, and attorney with strong communication (oral and writing), interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills. This is an executive management position in the FBI and OGC, and candidates must be able to hold employees accountable as well as develop and implement a strategic vision for the Branch and participate effectively in broader management decision-making for the FBI and OGC. Substantial civil litigation experience in the federal court system and experience with the Congressional oversight process is desirable. Additionally, candidates for this position must possess strong organization and collaboration skills.Qualifications & EvaluationsMust possess a J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (or have an LLM degree or other graduate law degree in addition to a J.D.) and must be a member in good standing of at least one State Bar Association. Candidates must possess at least 10 years of post-J.D. professional experience. Candidates will have professional experience in the following: 1) Substantial civil litigation experience in the federal court system, and 2) Strong leadership and management experiencePlease make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement. 1. Organizing and Planning (establish priorities, timetables, and goals/objectives; structure a plan of action for self and others; and develop both strategic and tactical plans).2. Leadership (motivate and inspire others; develop and mentor others; gain the respect, confidence, and loyalty of others; articulate vision, give guidance and direct others in accomplishing goals).3. Collaboration (establish contacts and interact effectively with external agencies, government officials, the media, the community, and internal bureau contacts; display professionalism while working with others to achieve common goals and proactively share information with others when appropriate).4. Problem Solving/Judgment (critically evaluates conditions, events, and alternatives; identify problems, causes and relationships; base decisions or recommendations on data or sound reasoning; and formulate objective opinions). 5. Interpersonal Ability (establish and maintain rapport with management, colleagues and subordinates; recognize and show sensitivity to differences in the needs and concerns of others; mediate concerns between individuals and groups to settle disputes).How to ApplyThe following instructions outline the steps in the application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the closing date of this announcement. If applying online is a hardship please contact the HR Specialist listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance.1. Establish an applicant account on the FBIJobs website by clicking Apply Now and then Register Now or login using your existing applicant account.2. Paste your text resume in the space provided, upload a new resume or use a resume you have applied with previously.3. Complete your applicant profile if establishing your account for the first time.4. Complete the assessment questionnaire.5. Complete the application sections requested and submit your applicationRequired DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes: Your resume Law School transcript(s) Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50 (only former Federal employees) Most recent Performance Appraisal. Please Note: This applies to current federal employees.What to Expect NextOnce your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.BenefitsThe FBI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees: Information You must respond to the COMPETENCY QUESTIONS in your application. Failure to respond to the competency questions will preclude you from submitting your application. Also, failure to provide additional necessary and relevant information required by this vacancy announcement may disqualify you for consideration. Additional information will not be requested if your application is incomplete. Your application will be evaluated solely on the basis of information you have submitted.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES:The FBI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please notify the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Affairs Reasonable Accommodation Program by either e-mail at , telephone at , or FAX at . Your request will receive an individualized assessment and will be processed in the order it was received.THIS E-MAIL ADDRESS IS ONLY FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AND/OR ANY QUESTIONS UNRELATED TO REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS.SHOULD ANY APPLICATIONS BE RECEIVED, THEY WILL NOT BE FORWARDED FOR CONSIDERATION DURING THE HIRING PROCESS.The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principal investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service.The selectee, with the exception of current FBI SES employees, will be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period as a condition of retaining an SES appointment in the FBI. New Federal employees must serve a one-year probationary period. The probationary periods for the selectee will be served concurrently.Veteran's preference does not apply.Selectees are also required to complete a financial disclosure report within 30 days of official appointment.Applicants must be U.S. citizens and consent to a complete background investigation, urinalysis, and polygraph. You must be suitable for Federal employment; as determined by a background investigation.Policy has been implemented that requires support employees entering a position through a competitive OR non-competitive action may be precluded from moving to another position within the Bureau by means of reassignment or change to a lower grade for a minimum of 12 months.This opening is available for application until 10/6/2021Questions regarding this opening should be directed to the Leadership Selection Unit, ..... click apply for full job details
09/24/2021
Full time
Open to ALL U.S. CitizensNOTE: CURRENT PERMANENT FBI EMPLOYEES MUST APPLY FOR THIS JOB THROUGH ASAPP, Announcement Number 2 for FBI Professional Staff. Applications will not be accepted from outside of the area of consideration.Job SummaryPosition: Deputy General Counsel (ES)Section: Litigation BranchDivision: Office of the General CounselLocation: Washington, DCWorking Hours: 9:00a.m. 5:30p.m. (Flexible)Salary: $132,552 to $190,891Promotional Potential: noneRelocation Incentive may be offered by the FBI.Limited transfer benefits may be borne by the FBI.Key RequirementsMust be able to obtain a Top Secret -SCI clearanceU.S. Citizenship RequiredThe Mission of the FBI is to protect the American people and uphold the Constitution of the United States. The Deputy General Counsel (DGC) position is a Deputy Assistant Director-level position in the FBI. The DGC reports directly to the General Counsel and is responsible for management and direct oversight of the Litigation Branch, which is comprised of over 100 attorneys, paralegals and other professional staff, including two SES Section Chiefs and nine GS15 Unit Chiefs. The Litigation Branch consists of two Sections: Litigation Technology Management (LTMS) and Strategic and Sensitive Information Litigation (SSILS). LTMS consists of two Civil Litigation Units, two Employment Law units and one Discovery Unit. SSILS consists of the National Security Coordination Litigation Unit, the FOIA Litigation Unit, the Congressional Oversight and Investigations Unit, and the Strategic and Sensitive Discovery Unit. The Litigation Branch provides legal advice to the entire FBI, including the Director and other FBI HQ executives, as well as agents in the field, regarding litigation risk, personnel issues, training, security, employment law, external oversight, and internal investigations.Major DutiesThe DGC serves as the senior executive responsible for the agency's civil litigation practice. The DGC oversees the defense of civil actions filed against the United States for the official acts of FBI employees, as well as individual-capacity claims against employees. The DGC coordinates national security litigation, lawsuits arising out of mass shootings and domestic terrorism incidents, and congressional and other demands for its sensitive information. The DGC also leads the employment law practice, counseling and defending the FBI and its executives. The DGC develops and maintains robust relationships with litigation partners at the Department of Justice, the U.S. Intelligence Community, and other government agencies.The successful candidate will be an accomplished and well-rounded leader, manager, and attorney with strong communication (oral and writing), interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills. This is an executive management position in the FBI and OGC, and candidates must be able to hold employees accountable as well as develop and implement a strategic vision for the Branch and participate effectively in broader management decision-making for the FBI and OGC. Substantial civil litigation experience in the federal court system and experience with the Congressional oversight process is desirable. Additionally, candidates for this position must possess strong organization and collaboration skills.Qualifications & EvaluationsMust possess a J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (or have an LLM degree or other graduate law degree in addition to a J.D.) and must be a member in good standing of at least one State Bar Association. Candidates must possess at least 10 years of post-J.D. professional experience. Candidates will have professional experience in the following: 1) Substantial civil litigation experience in the federal court system, and 2) Strong leadership and management experiencePlease make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement. 1. Organizing and Planning (establish priorities, timetables, and goals/objectives; structure a plan of action for self and others; and develop both strategic and tactical plans).2. Leadership (motivate and inspire others; develop and mentor others; gain the respect, confidence, and loyalty of others; articulate vision, give guidance and direct others in accomplishing goals).3. Collaboration (establish contacts and interact effectively with external agencies, government officials, the media, the community, and internal bureau contacts; display professionalism while working with others to achieve common goals and proactively share information with others when appropriate).4. Problem Solving/Judgment (critically evaluates conditions, events, and alternatives; identify problems, causes and relationships; base decisions or recommendations on data or sound reasoning; and formulate objective opinions). 5. Interpersonal Ability (establish and maintain rapport with management, colleagues and subordinates; recognize and show sensitivity to differences in the needs and concerns of others; mediate concerns between individuals and groups to settle disputes).How to ApplyThe following instructions outline the steps in the application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the closing date of this announcement. If applying online is a hardship please contact the HR Specialist listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance.1. Establish an applicant account on the FBIJobs website by clicking Apply Now and then Register Now or login using your existing applicant account.2. Paste your text resume in the space provided, upload a new resume or use a resume you have applied with previously.3. Complete your applicant profile if establishing your account for the first time.4. Complete the assessment questionnaire.5. Complete the application sections requested and submit your applicationRequired DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes: Your resume Law School transcript(s) Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50 (only former Federal employees) Most recent Performance Appraisal. Please Note: This applies to current federal employees.What to Expect NextOnce your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.BenefitsThe FBI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees: Information You must respond to the COMPETENCY QUESTIONS in your application. Failure to respond to the competency questions will preclude you from submitting your application. Also, failure to provide additional necessary and relevant information required by this vacancy announcement may disqualify you for consideration. Additional information will not be requested if your application is incomplete. Your application will be evaluated solely on the basis of information you have submitted.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES:The FBI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please notify the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Affairs Reasonable Accommodation Program by either e-mail at , telephone at , or FAX at . Your request will receive an individualized assessment and will be processed in the order it was received.THIS E-MAIL ADDRESS IS ONLY FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AND/OR ANY QUESTIONS UNRELATED TO REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS.SHOULD ANY APPLICATIONS BE RECEIVED, THEY WILL NOT BE FORWARDED FOR CONSIDERATION DURING THE HIRING PROCESS.The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principal investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service.The selectee, with the exception of current FBI SES employees, will be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period as a condition of retaining an SES appointment in the FBI. New Federal employees must serve a one-year probationary period. The probationary periods for the selectee will be served concurrently.Veteran's preference does not apply.Selectees are also required to complete a financial disclosure report within 30 days of official appointment.Applicants must be U.S. citizens and consent to a complete background investigation, urinalysis, and polygraph. You must be suitable for Federal employment; as determined by a background investigation.Policy has been implemented that requires support employees entering a position through a competitive OR non-competitive action may be precluded from moving to another position within the Bureau by means of reassignment or change to a lower grade for a minimum of 12 months.This opening is available for application until 10/6/2021Questions regarding this opening should be directed to the Leadership Selection Unit, ..... click apply for full job details
A real estate development and asset management firm has an opening for a Transactional Real Estate Paralegal. This position will assist the legal department with updating company files, preparing legal contracts, reviewing documents and managing business licensing and compliance issues. *Responsibilities* * Prepare, review, edit and coordinate contracts, leases, legal correspondence and other documents for attorneys * Organize and maintain documents and filings to ensure compliance * Manage the business licensing process between the company and state and local jurisdictions, including, without limitation * VA SCC - Researching entities, registering entities, filing annual reports, and obtaining Certificates * Preparing and filing EIN applications * Preparing and filing BPOL applications * Work directly with title company to obtain title commitments and coordinate closings with the title company * Obtain zoning letters from local jurisdictions * Prepare documentation and assist with SEC filings Job Requirements *Qualifications* * Certification of completion from an ABA- approved paralegal certification program required * Real estate and public company experience required * Associates degree; Bachelor's degree preferred * 3+ years of experience in a paralegal role * Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Word, and Excel * High attention to detail and accuracy * Strong data analysis and research skills * Must be customer-focused and results-oriented * Exceptional oral and written communication skills * Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage deadlines with a strong attention to detail * Ability to act independently with strong problem solving and troubleshooting ability * Self-directed and able to work independently, with minimal supervision Additional Information NRI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Meet Your Recruiter Catherine Mitchell Senior Account Manager Since 1991, I have had the pleasure of building relationships with clients, candidates and a great team at NRI. The philosophy is simple; honest communication, team work, accountability and passion. It has led me to new experiences, some great new friends and a fantastic network of contacts across diverse industries. The people I have met have shared their interests and we have found much in common; from family bonds including our four legged buddies; to favorite books ; to the great outdoors and the joys of gardening. This has led to the ability to have warm conversations; sharing ideas and conducting business with people I enjoy working with. I value my network and welcome the opportunity to expand it. Please feel free to reach out to discuss your career! * * * Connect on LinkedIn Requirements: Washington Post
09/23/2021
A real estate development and asset management firm has an opening for a Transactional Real Estate Paralegal. This position will assist the legal department with updating company files, preparing legal contracts, reviewing documents and managing business licensing and compliance issues. *Responsibilities* * Prepare, review, edit and coordinate contracts, leases, legal correspondence and other documents for attorneys * Organize and maintain documents and filings to ensure compliance * Manage the business licensing process between the company and state and local jurisdictions, including, without limitation * VA SCC - Researching entities, registering entities, filing annual reports, and obtaining Certificates * Preparing and filing EIN applications * Preparing and filing BPOL applications * Work directly with title company to obtain title commitments and coordinate closings with the title company * Obtain zoning letters from local jurisdictions * Prepare documentation and assist with SEC filings Job Requirements *Qualifications* * Certification of completion from an ABA- approved paralegal certification program required * Real estate and public company experience required * Associates degree; Bachelor's degree preferred * 3+ years of experience in a paralegal role * Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Word, and Excel * High attention to detail and accuracy * Strong data analysis and research skills * Must be customer-focused and results-oriented * Exceptional oral and written communication skills * Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage deadlines with a strong attention to detail * Ability to act independently with strong problem solving and troubleshooting ability * Self-directed and able to work independently, with minimal supervision Additional Information NRI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Meet Your Recruiter Catherine Mitchell Senior Account Manager Since 1991, I have had the pleasure of building relationships with clients, candidates and a great team at NRI. The philosophy is simple; honest communication, team work, accountability and passion. It has led me to new experiences, some great new friends and a fantastic network of contacts across diverse industries. The people I have met have shared their interests and we have found much in common; from family bonds including our four legged buddies; to favorite books ; to the great outdoors and the joys of gardening. This has led to the ability to have warm conversations; sharing ideas and conducting business with people I enjoy working with. I value my network and welcome the opportunity to expand it. Please feel free to reach out to discuss your career! * * * Connect on LinkedIn Requirements: Washington Post
Supporting the Most Exciting and Meaningful Missions in the World Senior Paralegal PAE is seeking a Senior Paralegal in Washington, DC to support our government customer at Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division with both file management and fact gathering. This position will perform the following duties: Standard paralegal assistance in identifying and gathering facts and information from public sources including social media and media sources. Collecting and analyzing data in electronic databases such as excel, Relativity or other program. Interviewing people to gain factual information regarding an investigation or something analogous to an investigation, and specifically experience working with vulnerable or marginalized populations or victims of crimes or discrimination. Minimum Qualifications Must be able to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance. Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. At least two years of litigation paralegal experience required; trial experience very helpful. At least one year of experience in automated litigation support. Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court system, legal research procedures, and legal research resources. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems. Role also requires hands-on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources. Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. #APP21 PAE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. EEO is the Law Poster EEO is the Law Poster Supplement
09/22/2021
Full time
Supporting the Most Exciting and Meaningful Missions in the World Senior Paralegal PAE is seeking a Senior Paralegal in Washington, DC to support our government customer at Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division with both file management and fact gathering. This position will perform the following duties: Standard paralegal assistance in identifying and gathering facts and information from public sources including social media and media sources. Collecting and analyzing data in electronic databases such as excel, Relativity or other program. Interviewing people to gain factual information regarding an investigation or something analogous to an investigation, and specifically experience working with vulnerable or marginalized populations or victims of crimes or discrimination. Minimum Qualifications Must be able to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance. Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. At least two years of litigation paralegal experience required; trial experience very helpful. At least one year of experience in automated litigation support. Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court system, legal research procedures, and legal research resources. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems. Role also requires hands-on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources. Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. #APP21 PAE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. EEO is the Law Poster EEO is the Law Poster Supplement
Job Description Candidate will sit remotely. Advance Auto Parts seeks a highly motivated, experienced and collaborative team player to join its Legal Department as an Employment Law Specialist working under the supervision of Senior Counsel. Primary responsibilities include investigating and responding to charges of discrimination, harassment and retaliation filed against the Company by federal, state, and local EEO agencies, as well as investigating allegations reported to the Company's anonymous reporting line. Under the direction of an attorney, the Employment Law Specialist will assist in developing strategy, drafting persuasive position statements, and negotiating or mediating effective resolutions as appropriate. Additionally, the Employment Law Specialist will conduct internal investigations and assist in responding to employee complaints to the Company hotline, attorney demand letters, and to other employment-related administrative agency claims and audits. This role will be responsible for providing EEO-related training and guidance to management and HR and must be able to work independently and handle special projects as assigned. Responsibilities Investigate, prepare findings for attorney review, and respond to discrimination charges from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and state and local EEO agencies. Interview witnesses, gather and review relevant documents, and conduct thorough investigation of claims in partnership with a secondary Specialist or Paralegal. Prepare investigation reports to capture facts and findings. Recommend course of action and/or response for attorney review and approval. Research EEO law as needed under the direction of an attorney Analyze and assess risk of liability for the Company and recommend appropriate defense and response strategy for charges, with oversight/assistance of an attorney. Prepare and draft persuasive position statements and other documents in preparation for attorney review and approval. After consultation with Counsel, negotiate and mediate effective settlements and resolutions within granted authority limitations. Support or conduct investigations and respond to employee complaints from the Company hotline and attorney demand letters, with oversight/assistance of an attorney. Support investigation and response to other employment-related administrative agency claims and audits, such as wage and hour or retaliation claims (DOL, OSHA, etc.) Skills and Experience Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) from four-year college or university and 3+ years of EEO complaint or charge investigation experience or equivalent combination of education, experience or certifications Excellent investigative skills, including in remote setting Persuasive communication skills, both written and verbal Demonstrated track record of negotiation and mediation skills Substantive knowledge of EEO laws and HR policies and procedures Ability to assess facts and law to make sound strategic decisions in defense of charges Strong organizational skills, including ability to manage multiple, changing priorities and deadlines Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, is required Experience in Retail industry is preferred, or other multi-site, hourly work environment Role is based out of Raleigh, NC, but remote work arrangement may be possible
09/19/2021
Full time
Job Description Candidate will sit remotely. Advance Auto Parts seeks a highly motivated, experienced and collaborative team player to join its Legal Department as an Employment Law Specialist working under the supervision of Senior Counsel. Primary responsibilities include investigating and responding to charges of discrimination, harassment and retaliation filed against the Company by federal, state, and local EEO agencies, as well as investigating allegations reported to the Company's anonymous reporting line. Under the direction of an attorney, the Employment Law Specialist will assist in developing strategy, drafting persuasive position statements, and negotiating or mediating effective resolutions as appropriate. Additionally, the Employment Law Specialist will conduct internal investigations and assist in responding to employee complaints to the Company hotline, attorney demand letters, and to other employment-related administrative agency claims and audits. This role will be responsible for providing EEO-related training and guidance to management and HR and must be able to work independently and handle special projects as assigned. Responsibilities Investigate, prepare findings for attorney review, and respond to discrimination charges from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and state and local EEO agencies. Interview witnesses, gather and review relevant documents, and conduct thorough investigation of claims in partnership with a secondary Specialist or Paralegal. Prepare investigation reports to capture facts and findings. Recommend course of action and/or response for attorney review and approval. Research EEO law as needed under the direction of an attorney Analyze and assess risk of liability for the Company and recommend appropriate defense and response strategy for charges, with oversight/assistance of an attorney. Prepare and draft persuasive position statements and other documents in preparation for attorney review and approval. After consultation with Counsel, negotiate and mediate effective settlements and resolutions within granted authority limitations. Support or conduct investigations and respond to employee complaints from the Company hotline and attorney demand letters, with oversight/assistance of an attorney. Support investigation and response to other employment-related administrative agency claims and audits, such as wage and hour or retaliation claims (DOL, OSHA, etc.) Skills and Experience Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) from four-year college or university and 3+ years of EEO complaint or charge investigation experience or equivalent combination of education, experience or certifications Excellent investigative skills, including in remote setting Persuasive communication skills, both written and verbal Demonstrated track record of negotiation and mediation skills Substantive knowledge of EEO laws and HR policies and procedures Ability to assess facts and law to make sound strategic decisions in defense of charges Strong organizational skills, including ability to manage multiple, changing priorities and deadlines Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, is required Experience in Retail industry is preferred, or other multi-site, hourly work environment Role is based out of Raleigh, NC, but remote work arrangement may be possible
Myovant Sciences aspires to be the leading healthcare company focused on innovative treatments for women's health and prostate cancer designed to improve the lives of millions. We are on a mission to redefine care for women and for men through purpose-driven science, empowering medicines, and transformative advocacy. We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic individuals who share our excitement for this mission. We are currently seeking a qualified, highly motivated, experienced individual for the position of Paralegal (Contracts Manager). The position will report to the Senior Corporate Counsel and is located in Brisbane, CA. Summary Description The Paralegal (Contracts Manager) will be responsible for drafting, negotiating, and managing a variety of contracts for the company (including but not limited to commercial, supply chain, operations, and clinical agreements). This person must have the ability to work independently and as an effective and engaged team member in a fast-paced environment. Strong initiative and follow through are essential for this job. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in, and will have experience supporting, the life sciences, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical industries, and will enjoy working for a growing company that is innovative and puts patients first. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Main Responsibilities Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize contracts and assist attorneys with moderately complex agreements, including, but not limited to statements of work, change orders, task orders, confidentiality agreements, consulting agreements (including healthcare provider agreements). Develop professional expertise, applying company policies and procedures, and assist in the negotiation of master services agreements, clinical trial agreements, and data privacy and information security agreements. Within defined procedures and policies, exercise judgment, identify risks, and efficiently communicate those risks to appropriate internal decision-makers for discussion and resolution. Partner closely with internal and external teams including commercial, commercial operations, market access and third-party vendors to ensure timely turnaround and negotiation of agreements. Ensure contract terms are consistent with company policies and best practices. Interact with various internal clients and functional groups to effectively address legal and business questions and provide guidance as well as practical solutions. Maintain and manage contracts workflow in an organized manner, including assisting with implementation of contract systems and processes. Additional Responsibilities Assist in training and guiding business teams on the use of contract templates, processes, and good contracting practices. Assist with the management of company online contract request system, including updating templates according to new company procedures, guidelines or legal requirements. Assist with and provide professional business advice related to implementing new contracts policies and procedures. Work mostly independently with some oversight and instruction from your manager, proactively initiating new projects and identifying ways to continuously improve contract templates and streamline processes and operations while exercising appropriate professional judgment. Work with integrity and ethically in accordance with Myovant's Code of Business Conduct, policies and procedures. Core Competencies, Knowledge, and Skill Requirements Proficient with MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Effective time management and organization skills Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy. Exercises discretion and good judgment while handling confidential and sensitive information with the ability to show good judgment, honesty, and trust-building behaviors in all dealings. Effective time management and organization skills. Able to collaborate, as well as to work independently while balancing competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with a high level of professionalism. Self-motivated, with initiative and the ability to take ownership of, and follow through with, specific tasks. Able to be flexible and shift priorities as needed as well as willing to accept new responsibilities. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS BS or BA degree. Paralegal certification preferred but not required. At least 3-5 years of relevant experience as a contracts manager or paralegal, including in-house in the biotech, pharmaceutical or related industry. Experience drafting, reviewing, managing, and assisting with negotiating a wide range of agreements. TRAVEL, PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Regularly required to operate standard office equipment. Ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time. Regularly required to sit for long periods of time, and occasionally stand and walk. Regularly required to use hands to operate computer and other office equipment. Close vision required for computer usage. Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, climb and lift up to 20 pounds. Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. If you require any accommodations, please email . Equal Employment Opportunity
09/15/2021
Full time
Myovant Sciences aspires to be the leading healthcare company focused on innovative treatments for women's health and prostate cancer designed to improve the lives of millions. We are on a mission to redefine care for women and for men through purpose-driven science, empowering medicines, and transformative advocacy. We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic individuals who share our excitement for this mission. We are currently seeking a qualified, highly motivated, experienced individual for the position of Paralegal (Contracts Manager). The position will report to the Senior Corporate Counsel and is located in Brisbane, CA. Summary Description The Paralegal (Contracts Manager) will be responsible for drafting, negotiating, and managing a variety of contracts for the company (including but not limited to commercial, supply chain, operations, and clinical agreements). This person must have the ability to work independently and as an effective and engaged team member in a fast-paced environment. Strong initiative and follow through are essential for this job. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in, and will have experience supporting, the life sciences, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical industries, and will enjoy working for a growing company that is innovative and puts patients first. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Main Responsibilities Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize contracts and assist attorneys with moderately complex agreements, including, but not limited to statements of work, change orders, task orders, confidentiality agreements, consulting agreements (including healthcare provider agreements). Develop professional expertise, applying company policies and procedures, and assist in the negotiation of master services agreements, clinical trial agreements, and data privacy and information security agreements. Within defined procedures and policies, exercise judgment, identify risks, and efficiently communicate those risks to appropriate internal decision-makers for discussion and resolution. Partner closely with internal and external teams including commercial, commercial operations, market access and third-party vendors to ensure timely turnaround and negotiation of agreements. Ensure contract terms are consistent with company policies and best practices. Interact with various internal clients and functional groups to effectively address legal and business questions and provide guidance as well as practical solutions. Maintain and manage contracts workflow in an organized manner, including assisting with implementation of contract systems and processes. Additional Responsibilities Assist in training and guiding business teams on the use of contract templates, processes, and good contracting practices. Assist with the management of company online contract request system, including updating templates according to new company procedures, guidelines or legal requirements. Assist with and provide professional business advice related to implementing new contracts policies and procedures. Work mostly independently with some oversight and instruction from your manager, proactively initiating new projects and identifying ways to continuously improve contract templates and streamline processes and operations while exercising appropriate professional judgment. Work with integrity and ethically in accordance with Myovant's Code of Business Conduct, policies and procedures. Core Competencies, Knowledge, and Skill Requirements Proficient with MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Effective time management and organization skills Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy. Exercises discretion and good judgment while handling confidential and sensitive information with the ability to show good judgment, honesty, and trust-building behaviors in all dealings. Effective time management and organization skills. Able to collaborate, as well as to work independently while balancing competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with a high level of professionalism. Self-motivated, with initiative and the ability to take ownership of, and follow through with, specific tasks. Able to be flexible and shift priorities as needed as well as willing to accept new responsibilities. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS BS or BA degree. Paralegal certification preferred but not required. At least 3-5 years of relevant experience as a contracts manager or paralegal, including in-house in the biotech, pharmaceutical or related industry. Experience drafting, reviewing, managing, and assisting with negotiating a wide range of agreements. TRAVEL, PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Regularly required to operate standard office equipment. Ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time. Regularly required to sit for long periods of time, and occasionally stand and walk. Regularly required to use hands to operate computer and other office equipment. Close vision required for computer usage. Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, climb and lift up to 20 pounds. Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. If you require any accommodations, please email . Equal Employment Opportunity
Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong and communities are vibrant .Since 1982, Lutheran Services Florida has been providing and sharing solutions to protect Florida's most vulnerable. Today, we are one of the largest nonprofits in Florida touching 1 in 50 Floridians with a wide range of services, including: early childhood education refugee and immigration mental health and substance abuse juvenile justice child welfare LSF is looking for a talented Paralegal I who wants to make an impact in the lives of others. Purpose & Impact The primary responsibilities are to assist the clients with their immigration needs. Fluent in English and Spanish REQUIRED! A Day in the Life of a Background Specialist Essential Functions: • Make determinations as to whether clients are eligible for LSF services • Help attorneys and senior paralegals coordinate all immigration related services • Provide counseling to immigration clients and refer them to attorneys when necessary • Prepare and file immigration petitions with USCIS • Prepare weekly activity reports illustrating tasks that were completed the week prior for the Tampa office to review • Ensures that all client conversations and documentation is kept confidential according to the Model Rules of Professional Responsibility • Draft legal correspondence to government agencies, complete legal research tasks, and continuously study everchanging immigration laws • Inform clients of available low-bono Immigration Services if they do not qualify for grant based free services • Attend essential monthly/quarterly stakeholder meetings for important immigration law updates • Contact clients with case updates on a regular basis and ensure that clients attend hearings when needed • Obtain/maintain accreditation with the Department of Justice Other Functions: • Attend staff meetings • Attend immigration workshops when possible • Present workshops and training sessions on immigration issues if needed • Other duties as assigned Physical Requirements: • Be able to travel if needed & have a valid FL driver's license • Be able to operate a computer & a camera Education and Related Work Experience: • High School or GED Diploma • At least 1 year of relevant work experience • Be eligible for accreditation by the Department of Justice Skills: • Ability to work well with people from all cultures while showing sensitivity to issues our client populations face. • Ability to utilize discretion and exercise independent judgment • Good working knowledge of immigration law • Strong document-gathering and management, filesystems, correspondence/referrals, follow-up, and organizational skills • Have excellent facility with computer systems and the ability to learn how to use immigration software • Bilingual-English and second language such as Spanish strongly preferred Principle Accountabilities: • Report to the Manager • Team-player with co-worker and staff • Trustworthy and dependable/Handles money from clients • Adheres to LSF's policies and procedures Other: • Employee will be required to complete (one) year of service time from the date of hire with LSF before being considered for promotion. Why work for LSF? Ability to Make an Impact in Multiple Areas LSF offers several programs, spanning across a wide range of populations in need. This gives our team members an opportunity to learn and potentially work in programs outside of their direct area. Either way, members of the LSF family will play a part in transforming the lives of those in need. Community A career at LSF means working and learning alongside talented professionals in a dynamic and inclusive environment. The values of our organization - OPEN-MINDED, COMPASSIONATE, GENEROUS, VISIONARY and HONESTY - drives each one of us. People working at Lutheran Services Florida treat each other like family. Whether you work on the front lines or work in an office, you share a common bond that is felt throughout the organization. Growth Opportunities Because of the variety of programs we offer throughout Florida, team members have the option to explore areas of interest in other programs or grow within their existing program/department. Amazing benefits package including : Medical, dental and vision Teledoc (24/7 access to doctors via phone and video) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Long-term disability Employer paid life insurance (1X salary), AD&D Health and dependent care FSA 12 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday Generous PTO policy 403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match Tuition reimbursement Additional Voluntary Benefits Short-term disability Group life insurance Accident, critical illness/Cancer and hospital policy Legal Shield coverage Lutheran Services Florida embraces diversity, equity and inclusion in all business practices. LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
09/14/2021
Full time
Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong and communities are vibrant .Since 1982, Lutheran Services Florida has been providing and sharing solutions to protect Florida's most vulnerable. Today, we are one of the largest nonprofits in Florida touching 1 in 50 Floridians with a wide range of services, including: early childhood education refugee and immigration mental health and substance abuse juvenile justice child welfare LSF is looking for a talented Paralegal I who wants to make an impact in the lives of others. Purpose & Impact The primary responsibilities are to assist the clients with their immigration needs. Fluent in English and Spanish REQUIRED! A Day in the Life of a Background Specialist Essential Functions: • Make determinations as to whether clients are eligible for LSF services • Help attorneys and senior paralegals coordinate all immigration related services • Provide counseling to immigration clients and refer them to attorneys when necessary • Prepare and file immigration petitions with USCIS • Prepare weekly activity reports illustrating tasks that were completed the week prior for the Tampa office to review • Ensures that all client conversations and documentation is kept confidential according to the Model Rules of Professional Responsibility • Draft legal correspondence to government agencies, complete legal research tasks, and continuously study everchanging immigration laws • Inform clients of available low-bono Immigration Services if they do not qualify for grant based free services • Attend essential monthly/quarterly stakeholder meetings for important immigration law updates • Contact clients with case updates on a regular basis and ensure that clients attend hearings when needed • Obtain/maintain accreditation with the Department of Justice Other Functions: • Attend staff meetings • Attend immigration workshops when possible • Present workshops and training sessions on immigration issues if needed • Other duties as assigned Physical Requirements: • Be able to travel if needed & have a valid FL driver's license • Be able to operate a computer & a camera Education and Related Work Experience: • High School or GED Diploma • At least 1 year of relevant work experience • Be eligible for accreditation by the Department of Justice Skills: • Ability to work well with people from all cultures while showing sensitivity to issues our client populations face. • Ability to utilize discretion and exercise independent judgment • Good working knowledge of immigration law • Strong document-gathering and management, filesystems, correspondence/referrals, follow-up, and organizational skills • Have excellent facility with computer systems and the ability to learn how to use immigration software • Bilingual-English and second language such as Spanish strongly preferred Principle Accountabilities: • Report to the Manager • Team-player with co-worker and staff • Trustworthy and dependable/Handles money from clients • Adheres to LSF's policies and procedures Other: • Employee will be required to complete (one) year of service time from the date of hire with LSF before being considered for promotion. Why work for LSF? Ability to Make an Impact in Multiple Areas LSF offers several programs, spanning across a wide range of populations in need. This gives our team members an opportunity to learn and potentially work in programs outside of their direct area. Either way, members of the LSF family will play a part in transforming the lives of those in need. Community A career at LSF means working and learning alongside talented professionals in a dynamic and inclusive environment. The values of our organization - OPEN-MINDED, COMPASSIONATE, GENEROUS, VISIONARY and HONESTY - drives each one of us. People working at Lutheran Services Florida treat each other like family. Whether you work on the front lines or work in an office, you share a common bond that is felt throughout the organization. Growth Opportunities Because of the variety of programs we offer throughout Florida, team members have the option to explore areas of interest in other programs or grow within their existing program/department. Amazing benefits package including : Medical, dental and vision Teledoc (24/7 access to doctors via phone and video) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Long-term disability Employer paid life insurance (1X salary), AD&D Health and dependent care FSA 12 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday Generous PTO policy 403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match Tuition reimbursement Additional Voluntary Benefits Short-term disability Group life insurance Accident, critical illness/Cancer and hospital policy Legal Shield coverage Lutheran Services Florida embraces diversity, equity and inclusion in all business practices. LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Primary Location: 6205 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd, Atlanta, GA, USA Division: Cox Enterprises Job Level: Director/Senior Director Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time Schedule: Full-time Shift: Day Job Requisition Number: 216175 Cox Enterprises Litigation Center of Excellence has an immediate opening for an Assistant General Counsel, commercial litigation. In this position, you will be reporting to the Vice-President of Litigation and will manage litigation matters for the Cox family of companies, with an emphasis on the automotive division. Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Directly managing a litigation team, which include inside attorneys, outside attorneys, and paralegals Overseeing a nationwide docket of commodity and material federal and state matters involving breach of contract, business tort, bankruptcies, government investigations, antitrust, trade secrets, and more Developing and executing the litigation strategy and themes, and managing all discovery efforts Collaborating with subsidiary companies in-house legal counsel, including GCs to support disputes and litigation in the respective divisions with an emphasis on the Cox Automotive division. Working with outside counsel to develop briefs, oral arguments, and trial strategies, and generally provide overall guidance and direction to outside counsel Preparing witnesses for depositions and small claims trials, including providing background information regarding case and coordination of testimony with case themes Overseeing the subpoena response team for the parent company and the Cox Automotive division. Working with the internal eDiscovery manager and Coxs IT team to identify custodians, direct the initiation of litigation holds, and address complex eDiscovery issues. Developing and documenting standardized litigation handling procedures and guidelines to support the Cox businesses and serve as a model for Center of Excellence members Providing company-wide training on a variety of litigation matters and procedures Providing counseling to the business units on various pre-litigation matters Developing and using data analytics to drive litigation strategy and efficiencies Assisting with efficiency and other improvements within the legal department Qualifications: Where permitted by applicable law, must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to be considered for this U.S.-based job. (Reasonable accommodations for medical and religious objections will be considered.) 10+ years of complex commercial litigation experience J.D. degree, Current license to practice law in at least one state An active member of a State Bar in good standing In-house experience preferred Experience managing direct reports and excellent team and project leadership skills Superior communication skills and experience communicating and translating legal strategy to business teams Experience managing both high volume/commodity and very large complex cases Deep experience in mediation, arbitration, and every phase of litigation - pretrial, trial, and appeal Ability to travel out-of-state depending on the locations and status of the cases assigned to you Ability to function and manage independently, but also work well in an environment that requires working with others to be successful Who We Are About Cox We are the Cox family of businesses. Weve been making our mark since 1898 by building and evolving world-class businesses, staying true to our values, and encouraging top talent to always look for growth and impact while building a career with us. Our primary divisions - Cox Communications and Cox Automotive - are driving a new wave of innovation, powering smart cities with powerhouse broadband communications and pioneering greener, more progressive transportation alternatives for individuals and fleet operators. Were also expanding into new spaces like cleantech and healthcare to rev up our momentum toward building a better future for the next generation. Were looking for the talent today who will be our leaders tomorrow. Sound intriguing? Learn more about where we are today, where we hope youll be going with us, and the common purpose that unites us at coxenterprises.com. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page . Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individuals age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Statement to ALL Third-Party Agencies and Similar Organizations: Cox accepts resumes only from agencies with which we formally engage their services. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Cox employees, Cox hiring manager, or send to any Cox facility. Cox is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.
09/14/2021
Full time
Primary Location: 6205 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd, Atlanta, GA, USA Division: Cox Enterprises Job Level: Director/Senior Director Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time Schedule: Full-time Shift: Day Job Requisition Number: 216175 Cox Enterprises Litigation Center of Excellence has an immediate opening for an Assistant General Counsel, commercial litigation. In this position, you will be reporting to the Vice-President of Litigation and will manage litigation matters for the Cox family of companies, with an emphasis on the automotive division. Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Directly managing a litigation team, which include inside attorneys, outside attorneys, and paralegals Overseeing a nationwide docket of commodity and material federal and state matters involving breach of contract, business tort, bankruptcies, government investigations, antitrust, trade secrets, and more Developing and executing the litigation strategy and themes, and managing all discovery efforts Collaborating with subsidiary companies in-house legal counsel, including GCs to support disputes and litigation in the respective divisions with an emphasis on the Cox Automotive division. Working with outside counsel to develop briefs, oral arguments, and trial strategies, and generally provide overall guidance and direction to outside counsel Preparing witnesses for depositions and small claims trials, including providing background information regarding case and coordination of testimony with case themes Overseeing the subpoena response team for the parent company and the Cox Automotive division. Working with the internal eDiscovery manager and Coxs IT team to identify custodians, direct the initiation of litigation holds, and address complex eDiscovery issues. Developing and documenting standardized litigation handling procedures and guidelines to support the Cox businesses and serve as a model for Center of Excellence members Providing company-wide training on a variety of litigation matters and procedures Providing counseling to the business units on various pre-litigation matters Developing and using data analytics to drive litigation strategy and efficiencies Assisting with efficiency and other improvements within the legal department Qualifications: Where permitted by applicable law, must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to be considered for this U.S.-based job. (Reasonable accommodations for medical and religious objections will be considered.) 10+ years of complex commercial litigation experience J.D. degree, Current license to practice law in at least one state An active member of a State Bar in good standing In-house experience preferred Experience managing direct reports and excellent team and project leadership skills Superior communication skills and experience communicating and translating legal strategy to business teams Experience managing both high volume/commodity and very large complex cases Deep experience in mediation, arbitration, and every phase of litigation - pretrial, trial, and appeal Ability to travel out-of-state depending on the locations and status of the cases assigned to you Ability to function and manage independently, but also work well in an environment that requires working with others to be successful Who We Are About Cox We are the Cox family of businesses. Weve been making our mark since 1898 by building and evolving world-class businesses, staying true to our values, and encouraging top talent to always look for growth and impact while building a career with us. Our primary divisions - Cox Communications and Cox Automotive - are driving a new wave of innovation, powering smart cities with powerhouse broadband communications and pioneering greener, more progressive transportation alternatives for individuals and fleet operators. Were also expanding into new spaces like cleantech and healthcare to rev up our momentum toward building a better future for the next generation. Were looking for the talent today who will be our leaders tomorrow. Sound intriguing? Learn more about where we are today, where we hope youll be going with us, and the common purpose that unites us at coxenterprises.com. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page . Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individuals age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Statement to ALL Third-Party Agencies and Similar Organizations: Cox accepts resumes only from agencies with which we formally engage their services. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Cox employees, Cox hiring manager, or send to any Cox facility. Cox is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.
Great Salary and Benefits Package! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ethan Goldman Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply on company site" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per year A bit about us: Our client has helped thousands of victims of accidents and injuries caused by catastrophic vehicular and trucking accidents, oil field explosions, medical and hospital negligence, medical device and pharmaceutical design defects, and personal injuries caused by negligence and gross negligence. Why join us? Great Benefits Package Offered! Job Details Our client is looking for a sharp, highly organized, and passionate person that can effectively and efficiently assist high level trial attorneys move their sophisticated mass tort dockets through discovery to trial. At least 3-5 years of personal injury experience required, more seasoned candidates are also welcome! Their cases involve complex medical and scientific issues that involve careful oversight and preparation. You will be part of an important team that values team members who take initiative and pride in their work. Organization and a positive team player attitude are a must. Extensive docket management experience is required! You must have experience managing a Personal Injury docket independently! Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply on company site" button.
09/11/2021
Full time
Great Salary and Benefits Package! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ethan Goldman Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply on company site" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per year A bit about us: Our client has helped thousands of victims of accidents and injuries caused by catastrophic vehicular and trucking accidents, oil field explosions, medical and hospital negligence, medical device and pharmaceutical design defects, and personal injuries caused by negligence and gross negligence. Why join us? Great Benefits Package Offered! Job Details Our client is looking for a sharp, highly organized, and passionate person that can effectively and efficiently assist high level trial attorneys move their sophisticated mass tort dockets through discovery to trial. At least 3-5 years of personal injury experience required, more seasoned candidates are also welcome! Their cases involve complex medical and scientific issues that involve careful oversight and preparation. You will be part of an important team that values team members who take initiative and pride in their work. Organization and a positive team player attitude are a must. Extensive docket management experience is required! You must have experience managing a Personal Injury docket independently! Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply on company site" button.
