Paralegal
Portland, OR 97204 US | Work from home flexibility TELECOMMUTE US
Job Description
Meridian Technology Group is seeking a Paralegal.
High-level overview of the team size, roles, its initiatives/deliverables, and any tool/technologies specific to the team/department/project they will be supporting:
- This paralegal will be part of the Litigation and Risk Management team which is comprised of (1) senior manager, (1) employment attorney, (1) litigation manager, (1) litigation associate, and (1) litigation paralegal. We also have a legal assistant that supports the team.
“A day in the life” of this role:
- The paralegal will manage subpoena requests, attend meetings with the attorneys and provide support for HR or Ethics investigations, assist the litigation team with management of cases (these matters are handled by outside counsel, but we provide support by gathering documentation, etc.).
What interaction level with this role have the team members and hiring manager:
- They will have regular interaction with the team and be included in meetings on cases, etc. They should still be able to work independently and be proactive.
The top priority for the worker over the first few weeks/months:
- Help with managing subpoena productions and active cases/investigations.
The biggest challenge in this role:
- Knowing who to contact in the business to get documents/information.
Required Skills
- 3+ years of Paralegal experience
- Education Requirements: Associates in Paralegal Studies or certification in paralegal studies
Top 3 Must-Haves (Hard and/or Soft Skills):
- Advanced knowledge of legal terminology to interpret and draft standard legal documents.
- Advanced analytical thinking Intermediate written and/oral communication skills
- Intermediate skill in conducting legal research and organizing and summarizing information from divergent sources, including legal and non-legal reference sources with emphasis on electronic research
Top 3 Nice-To-Haves (Hard and/or Soft Skills)
- Intermediate organization and prioritization skills.
- Experience with eDiscovery/Document Production a plus
This position is located in Location is Portland, OR with Work from Home Flexibility. Consultants should reside in the area or indicate the reason they are willing/seeking to relocate. Also, interested Consultants must indicate they are willing to relocate at their own expense as this position does not offer relocation assistance.
Any offer of employment will be conditional, based on successfully passing a Criminal Background Check.
Meridian Technology Group is committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) and non-discrimination for all employees in all job classifications and for prospective employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state law. All hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas therefore, please do not apply if you are not eligible to work without sponsorship, as sponsorship is not available at this time. No 3rd party companies/candidates.
Please apply with your resume now or
contact us for more details:
Meridian Technology Group Recruiting Team
(503)697-1600 in Oregon
(800)755-1038 outside Oregon
www.meridiangroup.com
jobs.meridiangroup.com
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