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Legal Executive Assistant-logo
Legal Executive Assistant
DLA PiperLos Angeles, CA
DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let's see what we can achieve. Together. Summary As a Legal Executive Assistant, you will support multiple lawyers. The Legal Executive Assistant (LEA) proactively filters and attends to the day-to-day functions of a partner's practice so that they can focus on building and maintaining their practice. This role serves as a consultant for the partner, connecting departments, projects, and critical business information to the partner, ensuring meetings and materials are efficient and effective, and serving as a trusted partner to help deliver against the priorities of the practice and clients. Location This position is located in our Los Angeles office and offers a hybrid work schedule. Responsibilities Completes and carries out major assignments and a broad variety of tasks in support of the partner's practice. Exercises judgment and delegates administrative tasks and document work as appropriate to other Legal Support Services team members (Legal Support Assistants and Legal Administrative Assistants) and firm resources. When delegating, maintains responsibility for and tracks all activities/tasks/projects to successful completion. Collaborates with peers to provide team support and coverage. Performs work that substantively and positively impacts the success of the partner's financial viability with client matters. Exercises discretion and professional judgment with confidential and sensitive matters. Plans, coordinates, and ensures attorney Outlook calendars are maintained; identifies and resolves scheduling conflicts; coordinates complex travel itineraries. Works closely and proactively with attorneys to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, preparing materials in advance, and following up appropriately. Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a proactive, hands-on approach, including drafting letters or other correspondence, preparing reports, and other tasks that facilitate partner's ability to effectively build the practice. Handles extensive direct interaction with clients and outside business contacts. Prepares agendas, reports, and presentations; composes correspondence that is sometimes confidential. Develops and maintains professional relationships and ensures teams work together efficiently and effectively, providing clear direction and constructive feedback on projects and assignments. Coordinates department or practice group meetings. Takes lead in preparing logistics and engaging appropriate parties to ensure a successful meeting. Participates in practice group and client team meetings, as appropriate. Prepares meeting agendas, reviews meeting materials for accuracy and completeness and distributes to meeting attendees. Maintains paper and electronic filing systems, helping to ensure compliance with Information Governance policies and procedures. Oversees billing matters (prebilling tasks including all approval forms and collaboration correspondence, international billing, liaise with biller regarding questions/issues, liaise with collections team); monitors client budgets for reporting purposes. Desired Skills Advanced computer skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint are required. Exhibits excellent communication and interpersonal skills required to interact with peers, lawyers, clients, business professionals, and various firm departments on a regular basis. Solid organizational skills required to manage multiple high priority projects at one time. Performs a broad range of assignments with efficiency and accuracy. Excellent time management skills necessary and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrates strong work ethic and a flexible, dependable and positive attitude. Must maintain confidentiality and demonstrate good professional judgment. Minimum Education High School Diploma or GED Preferred Education Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience 5 years of experience in professional executive administrative roles, supporting partners and/or executives. Corporate Practice experience Essential Job Expectations While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to: Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties. Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner. Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product. Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required. Foster positive work relationships. Comply with all firm policies and practices. Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed. Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment. Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned. Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people. Physical Demands Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Work Environment The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm's discretion in the future. Disclaimer The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm's discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment. Application Process Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com. Accommodation Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com. Agency applications will not be considered. No immigration sponsorship is available for this position. The firm's expected hiring range for this position is $86,650 - $114,814 per year depending on the candidate's geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate's experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). #LI-FG1 #LI-Hybrid DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center.

Posted 30+ days ago

Legal Assistant -Part Time-logo
Legal Assistant -Part Time
Loyola Marymount UniversityLaw School, CA
The Loyola Immigrant Justice Clinic (LIJC) is a community-based collaboration of Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University, Homeboy Industries Inc., and Dolores Mission Church. LIJC's dual-pronged mission is to advance the rights of the low-income immigrant population on the Eastside of Los Angeles and the surrounding area through direct legal services, education, and community empowerment, while teaching law students effective immigrants' rights lawyering skills in a real-world setting. LIJC focuses on providing representation to individuals who are unable to obtain immigration legal services elsewhere with an emphasis on immigrants with certain immigration complications. Responsibilities The Legal Assistant will assist LIJC attorneys providing community-based immigration legal services. Responsibilities include interviewing and directly assisting clients under the supervision of the LIJC attorney, drafting client declarations, gathering client documentary evidence, preparing immigration applications, preparing state court forms, filing motions and other filings to EOIR and state courts, assisting with notice requirements in compliance with state court rules, and other supportive tasks. The Legal Assistant will work under the supervision of LIJC's Director of Community Legal Services and perform other duties as assigned. Loyola Marymount University Expectations Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service. Requisite Qualifications Typically a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience Fluency in Spanish One year of experience as a legal assistant for immigration legal services Demonstrated computer competency and knowledge of software skills including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, etc. Strong preference for prior work experience in the public interest sector Strong organization and communication skills Ability to meet deadlines and strong attention to detail Competence in and dedication to working with others of diverse cultural, geographic and economic backgrounds, including individuals with criminal history and history of severe trauma Commitment to immigrants' rights work and LIJC's mission #HERC# #HEJ# Staff Term (Fixed Term) Salary range $28.94 - $36.20 Salary commensurate with education and experience. Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)

Posted 30+ days ago

Sr Director, Legal - Ethics & Compliance-logo
Sr Director, Legal - Ethics & Compliance
Equinix, Inc.Redwood City, CA
Who are we? Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals. A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. Job Summary You will serve as the global leader specializing in Ethics & Compliance reporting to the VP, Risk and Compliance Officer. You will be the leader of our Ethics & Compliance work and team. This is a key leadership role responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining an effective ethics and compliance program that aligns with the company's core values, legal obligations and strategic goals. The Senior Director, Legal - Ethics & Compliance will work to foster a culture of integrity and ethical decision-making across the organization, ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies in the increasingly regulated environment of the data center industry. Responsibilities Ethics and Compliance Strategy Compliance Strategy: Design, develop and implement a comprehensive compliance strategy that is risk based, proportionate, and aligned with the organization's goals and objectives. This includes establishing policies, procedures and controls to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry standard Staying current: Stay up to date with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices to ensure the organization's compliance, particularly as the organization extends its presence in high-risk jurisdictions. Monitor changes in the ethics and compliance regulatory landscape and assess their impact on the organization's operations Risk Assessment: Conduct regular risk assessments in partnership with our Risk team to identify potential compliance risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. This may involve evaluating internal processes, conducting audits, and implementing risk management frameworks. Evaluate risk-tailored resource allocations and make recommendations based on assessments Lessons learned: Create and maintain a process for tracking and incorporating lessons learned from risk assessment and prior issues, including from other companies operating in the same industry/region into compliance strategy Responsibility for Operational Integration Develop and enforce policies addressing ethical conduct, conflicts of interest, whistleblowing, anti-bribery, and corruption. Where required develop versions of the policies for specific jurisdictions or business lines Responsible for integrating policies and procedures and ensuring employees' understanding of the policies Evaluate how compliance policies and procedures are reinforced through internal controls, working with other relevant functions Training key gatekeepers in the control processes to identify and escalate concerns Build Culture and Trust Champion an ethical culture across the organization by developing and leading training programs on ethics, compliance, and integrity and by being a visible advocate for integrity and good corporate citizenship Serve as a trusted advisor to the Executive Team and Board of Directors on ethical practices, compliance matters, and emerging regulatory trends Provide guidance and support to employees on ethical decision-making and encourage a strong compliance mindset throughout the organization. Encourage open dialogue and accountability at all levels of the organization through clear communication and accessible reporting mechanisms Foster "open door" atmosphere across organization to ensure that concerns and issues come to the attention of the ethics and compliance organization Ethical Risk Management Identify and assess ethics-related risks in business activities in partnership with the Risk team, including supply chain operations, third-party relationships, and customer engagements. Promote and uphold the company's core values and ethical standards in all business operations Violations & Investigations Evaluate effectiveness of reporting mechanisms, including employee awareness of reporting methods Responsible for developing processes for evaluating complaints and reports and performing investigations. Instruct and work with internal investigations team to ensure that investigations are properly evaluated, scoped, and documented for compliance purposes Work closely with Litigation and Investigations teams when outside investigations are required Monitoring and Reporting Oversee compliance audits and monitoring activities to evaluate the effectiveness of the ethics and compliance program Report on program effectiveness, key findings, and risk mitigation efforts to the Board of Directors and executive leadership Ensure accurate and timely disclosures to regulatory authorities and stakeholders Leadership and Collaboration Lead and develop a team of compliance and ethics professionals, fostering a high-performance culture Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Legal, Human Resources, IT, and Operations, to integrate ethical standards and compliance measures into all business processes Create a collaborative, transparent and entrepreneurial culture, in partnership with corporate leadership Motivate employees around a shared vision and effectively manage change Qualifications 10+ years legal experience in a relevant practice area(s) Deep knowledge of ethics and compliance standards, anti-bribery laws and sanctions Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels Demonstrated ability to think broadly about risk, not only from a compliance perspective Experience executing against global compliance goals and objectives Experience building and/or operating an Ethics & Compliance program at a global company, including developing markets Executive presence with the ability to influence cross-functional executives High business acumen around multiple legal disciplines Adept at balancing short-term pressures with long-term goals Ability to inspire behavior change and motivate teams Strategy and planning experience with the ability to designate priorities and be decisive when faced with ambiguity Execution and results driven Establish high performance standards, goal setting, and following through with plans while holding teams accountable for results Speaking a language in addition to English is a plus Certifications Bachelor's Degree and Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school or another degree with significant experience in the areas set forth above Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional, Certified Fraud Examiner) are highly desirable The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are: San Francisco Bay Area: $270,000 to $350,000 per year Colorado: $250,000 to $320,000 per year Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process. The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position. Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form. Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Posted 2 weeks ago

Legal Support Specialist-logo
Legal Support Specialist
Contact Government ServicesAlbany, NY
Litigation Support Specialist Employment Type:Full-Time, Mid-level /p> Department: Legal CGS is looking for a Litigation Support Specialist to provide high-level secretarial and legal support to a group of attorneys. The candidate will be responsible for assisting attorneys from the onset of cases through post-trial. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: Handles scheduling and travel arrangements. Schedules court appearances, depositions, arbitrations, mediations, client meetings and conference calls; arranges business itineraries and coordinates lawyers' travel arrangements; processes travel reimbursement, maintains calendar and due dates for lawyers as required Sorts, reads and annotates incoming mail and documents as required. Answers phones and directs callers to appropriate persons as circumstances warrant Types and composes general correspondence, memos, legal documents, faxes, reports, etc. from various sources (e.g., handwritten notes, tape dictation). Responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy. Ensures that all correspondence or other documentation is dispatched in a timely manner (via mail, messenger, express delivery services, etc.) Prepares draft documents such as briefs, complaints, motions, subpoenas, summonses, using firm templates and information from attorneys. Prepares motion binders and special working binders Coordinates multi-document filings in Federal, Circuit and State courts, including E-filings Establishes and maintains filing and records, in both hard copy and electronic formats. Enters lawyers' time as needed and sends to accounting by month-end deadlines. Prepares client billing as required Assists with the discovery process, including preparing for deposition, propounding and responding to written discovery and preparing for expert discovery Oversees and conducts document reviews; prepares documentation regarding criteria changes; tracks and reports on review progress and results Performs analytical tasks, including preparing witness interview memoranda, reviewing and summarizing documents and deposition and court transcripts and creating and using substantive coding tools Performs and oversees both simple and complex cite checking and proof reading of briefs and other legal documents Assists with trial preparation, including creating trial notebooks, identifying and organizing exhibits, coordinating witness schedules, maintaining trial calendars and communicating effectively with opposing counsel and courtroom staff Assists with printing, scanning, organizing exhibit binders, preparing UPS labels and certified letters Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferred Minimum 10 years of experience as a legal secretary, working in a business law practice with exposure to litigation Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, as well as document -management and other office technologies, expertise in e-filing Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly Ideally, you will also have: Established understanding of litigation laws as they relate to individuals, partnerships and corporations. Proficiency with rules for court document filings Comprehension of a variety of legal court documents, including complaints, answers, rulings, judgments, affidavits, motions, appeals, table of contents/authorities, subpoenas, court dockets, reports, memos and correspondence Strong ability to maintain high standards, use good judgment and seek out ways to contribute and anticipate needs Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills and the ability to collaborate well in a team Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines Our Commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. Health, Dental, and Vision Life Insurance 401k Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: info@cgsfederal.com $75,000 - $100,000 a year

Posted 30+ days ago

Legal Support Specialist-logo
Legal Support Specialist
Contact Government ServicesWashington, DC
Litigation Support Specialist Employment Type:Full-Time, Mid-level /p> Department: Legal CGS is looking for a Litigation Support Specialist to provide high-level secretarial and legal support to a group of attorneys. The candidate will be responsible for assisting attorneys from the onset of cases through post-trial. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: Handles scheduling and travel arrangements. Schedules court appearances, depositions, arbitrations, mediations, client meetings and conference calls; arranges business itineraries and coordinates lawyers' travel arrangements; processes travel reimbursement, maintains calendar and due dates for lawyers as required Sorts, reads and annotates incoming mail and documents as required. Answers phones and directs callers to appropriate persons as circumstances warrant Types and composes general correspondence, memos, legal documents, faxes, reports, etc. from various sources (e.g., handwritten notes, tape dictation). Responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy. Ensures that all correspondence or other documentation is dispatched in a timely manner (via mail, messenger, express delivery services, etc.) Prepares draft documents such as briefs, complaints, motions, subpoenas, summonses, using firm templates and information from attorneys. Prepares motion binders and special working binders Coordinates multi-document filings in Federal, Circuit and State courts, including E-filings Establishes and maintains filing and records, in both hard copy and electronic formats. Enters lawyers' time as needed and sends to accounting by month-end deadlines. Prepares client billing as required Assists with the discovery process, including preparing for deposition, propounding and responding to written discovery and preparing for expert discovery Oversees and conducts document reviews; prepares documentation regarding criteria changes; tracks and reports on review progress and results Performs analytical tasks, including preparing witness interview memoranda, reviewing and summarizing documents and deposition and court transcripts and creating and using substantive coding tools Performs and oversees both simple and complex cite checking and proof reading of briefs and other legal documents Assists with trial preparation, including creating trial notebooks, identifying and organizing exhibits, coordinating witness schedules, maintaining trial calendars and communicating effectively with opposing counsel and courtroom staff Assists with printing, scanning, organizing exhibit binders, preparing UPS labels and certified letters Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferred Minimum 10 years of experience as a legal secretary, working in a business law practice with exposure to litigation Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, as well as document -management and other office technologies, expertise in e-filing Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly Ideally, you will also have: Established understanding of litigation laws as they relate to individuals, partnerships and corporations. Proficiency with rules for court document filings Comprehension of a variety of legal court documents, including complaints, answers, rulings, judgments, affidavits, motions, appeals, table of contents/authorities, subpoenas, court dockets, reports, memos and correspondence Strong ability to maintain high standards, use good judgment and seek out ways to contribute and anticipate needs Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills and the ability to collaborate well in a team Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines Our Commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. Health, Dental, and Vision Life Insurance 401k Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: info@cgsfederal.com $75,000 - $100,000 a year

Posted 30+ days ago

Paralegal/Legal Assistant I-logo
Paralegal/Legal Assistant I
Contact Government ServicesFort Myers, FL
Paralegal/Legal Assistant I Employment Type:Full-Time, Entry Level /p> Department: Legal As a CGS paralegal, you will work under the direction of a Supervisory Paralegal or Project Supervisor. You will provide litigation and administrative support to a group of United States Attorneys. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: Examining, preparing and processing a variety of technical legal documents, e.g., complaints, motions, orders, answers, pleadings, and subpoenas. Providing assistance to attorneys in trial preparations. Assembling trial exhibits, affidavits, discovery in various formats, and other legal documents. Assembling and organizing files and records materials for disposition or transfer to records depository. Maintaining calendar of assigned active cases. Tracking filing, hearing, and trial dates, and scheduling conferences and interviews. Arranging travel by preparing itinerary and securing transportation and hotel reservations. Producing a variety of written documents and materials using a wide range of office software applications. Qualifications: At least one year of specialized litigation experience required, however over three years is preferred. Specialized experience is defined as experience reviewing legal documents such as complaints, motions, orders, answers, pleadings, subpoenas, and libels for completeness of information; retrieving and assembling information for hearing and/or trial use, researching a variety of legal sources to obtain and/or verify information; maintaining file systems; and using automated software to produce legal related reports, documents, correspondence and related materials. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills. Should have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat. Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance Our commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our clients' specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, and Vision Life Insurance 401k Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: info@cgsfederal.com $63,093.33 - $81,120 a year

Posted 30+ days ago

Insomniac - Paid Fall Legal Intern-logo
Insomniac - Paid Fall Legal Intern
LIVE NATION ENTERTAINMENT INCCalabasas, CA
Job Summary: WHO ARE YOU? Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At Insomniac, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on! WHO ARE WE? Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority. Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe. Since its inception, Insomniac's events have taken place in 13 countries across five continents. The company's premiere annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world's largest dance music festival and attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993. THE ROLE Insomniac Events is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Insomniac Legal Intern to join the legal team in Calabasas, CA. This position will focus on drafting various documents and performing research and analysis. This position reports to Senior Counsel. This is a paid internship and is not a remote position. RESPONSIBILITIES Learn how laws and regulations are actively applied and implemented in a real-world setting Prepare, review/analyze, and finalize transactional documents Analyze issues pertinent to the development of production and programming Exposure to applied law while performing general research relating to our business QUALIFICATIONS Must be at least 18 years of age Must be currently enrolled in at least second year of Law School Rising 2L or 3L of accredited law school with undergraduate or graduate course work related to contracts, copyright and entertainment/media law Previous industry experience prior to law school is a plus Typical commitment is 16-29 hours per week Must be motivated with an "Everything is possible" attitude Must be an active problem solver, instilled with a sense of urgency for projects large and small Knowledge of dance music and Insomniac's brands WORK ENVIRONMENT Must be willing to travel to work during holidays, evening and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels and drastic temperature climates while working on site at various event location Must be able to work in open concept office space Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY We aspire to build teams that reflect and support the fans and artists we serve. Every day we aim to promote environments where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully, and thrive within our company and at our events. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. Insomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, intersectionality, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas. We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Insomniac will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Insomniac also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Insomniac will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case-by-case basis. HIRING PRACTICES The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Insomniac recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Insomniac may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms. --------- The expected compensation for this position in California is: $19.00 USD Hourly Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the California Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements Law. It is estimated based on what a successful California applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in California or perform the position from California. Similar positions located outside of California will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Insomniac takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the California Law, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions. --------- The expected compensation for this position is: $16.50 USD - $19.00 USD Hourly Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.

Posted 1 week ago

In-House Legal Counsel-logo
In-House Legal Counsel
Ferrovial, S.A.Austin, TX
Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people's lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets: Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide. Ferrovial's activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy. Cintra is the highways business unit of Ferrovial, one of the world's leading infrastructure operators committed to developing sustainable solutions. Today, its portfolio includes nearly 1,200 miles of managed highways globally, representing a total global investment in roadway improvements of over $24.8 billion. We provide the maximum value in each project, managing all phases of the life cycle of our state-of-the-art infrastructure assets, such as the 407 ETR in Canada, the Managed Lanes LBJ and NTE in Texas, I-77 in North Carolina, I-66 in Virginia and our projects in Europe, South America, and India. Why Ferrovial? Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference. Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. Diverse and inclusive culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that celebrates cultural diversity and fosters creativity. Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth. Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health. Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency. Job Description: Summary: The In-House Legal Counsel provides legal advice and guidance to the organization on the legal risk and exposure facing the organization. They negotiate contracts and review contractual obligations assumed or to be assumed by the organization, making recommendations to his/her manager on the findings. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Analyze and manage the company's risk exposure by reviewing contract documents to identify risk and the best solution(s) to mitigate such risk. Prepare reports and legal opinions for the executive management. Collaborate in the drafting, negotiation and management of complex contracts (such as concession contracts, design and build contracts, tolling services agreements, project finance contracts, etc.). Negotiate and prepare agreements with third parties to pursue joint interests. Assist with the management of claims, disputes and litigation. Review, maintain and update the company's corporate documents to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements regarding corporate governance Monitor new legislation to identify potential areas of concern and the best solution to remedy such concern. Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities): To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to fulfill those duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education & Experience: Law Degree (J.D.) required Bar License in US 3-5+ years of substantive experience in transactional practice areas of law and litigation, ideally with experience in the transportation infrastructure industry Experience with project finance and firm-trained attorney preferred. Professional Qualities: Effectively manage tasks and deadlines independently Ability to interact with colleagues in a self-managed team structure Superior interpersonal communication, decision-making, project management and negotiating skills Must be able to multitask, problem solve, prioritize, and implement innovative processes within a fast-paced environment Computer Skills: Must be able to demonstrate computer proficiency, especially within Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point Work Environment & Physical Demands: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet Some travel required, may include occasional air travel The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus, as necessary to use a computer While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here! Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a "Protected Class"), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws. #WeAreFerrovial

Posted 1 week ago

Manager, Consulting - Legal Bililing Operations-logo
Manager, Consulting - Legal Bililing Operations
Wolters KluwerDallas, TX
LOCATION: Hybrid - 8 days a month in the office (see locations listed on the posting). OVERVIEW You will be responsible for working with management to drive challenging, market-responsive performance standards and goals of the Legal Bill Analysis Center of Excellence ("LBACOE"), which consists of Legal Invoice Analysts, Quality Assurance Analysts, Operations Support Specialists, Managers, Associate Directors, and Director. You will supervise and lead a group of 8+ legal bill review analysts ("Team") within the LBACOE and ensure that their Team's workflow meets and/or exceeds the established standards by utilizing defined metrics and process improvement initiatives. You would be responsible for the prompt, accurate and efficient auditing of electronically submitted legal fee and expense invoices by their Team and themselves. You will also be responsible for adjusting invoice line-item entries, where those line-item entries violate provisions of the relevant billing guidelines and documenting justification for such adjustments. Your role supervises and appraises the performance of their Team, including providing coaching and identifying development opportunities. You would be responsible for: (1) developing, documenting and maintaining effective methodologies for training new LBACOE invoice analysts; (2) training new LBACOE invoice analysts on approved legal billing review techniques and platforms; (3) assessing the training needs of LBACOE invoice analysts on a regular basis and; (4) training LBACOE invoice analysts on an ongoing basis, as needed. Further your responsibility is for the creation and implementation of quality assurance methodologies, subject to approval by management, as well as the ongoing monitoring/auditing of LBACOE analyst work to ensure compliance with established quality standards. RESPONSIBLITITES Supervise LBACOE invoice analysts to ensure the efficient and accurate review legal invoice entries. Coordinate and distribute legal bill assignments to team members. Verify the accuracy of the UTBMS task codes (Fee, Activity and Expense codes) applied to invoice line items. Work with the LBACOE to create a culture of empowerment, engagement, and innovation. Ensure performance excellence and operational efficiencies through a continually evolving organizational structure. Supervise and motivate high quality, professional LBACOE analysts. Monitor daily and long-term LBA delivery production, often based on customer pre-determined schedules. Ability to carry out detailed written or verbal instructions; ability to respond to requests effectively and efficiently. Developing, documenting and maintaining training documentation necessary to driver shorter ramp-up time using effective methodologies for new LBACOE analysts Developing and conducting quality assurance on regular basis to train, coach LBACOE analysts on approved legal billing review techniques, customer specific service levels & ELM billing platforms. In addition, during heavy periods of incoming invoice volume, conduct the initial audit and/or quality assurance invoice review audit up to 15% of the time. Simplifying legal service agreements to produce effective operational outputs meeting and, in some cases, exceeding customer expectations Creating, tracking, and analyzing data on reviewer performance metrics using customer lens to provide upwards recommendation to management, senior leadership, and customers on how to improve customer experience Monitoring, training, and calibrating LBACOE analysts on an ongoing basis to manage conformance to LBACOE compliance & quality standards Conducting team events and best operational practices to drive high employee engagement & lead by example to Wolters Kluwer Purpose & Value promise Provide support to organization and customers, team wide initiative to improve or build customer centric operations QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's Degree or related, equivalent experience. Juris Doctor or MBA preferred. Experience: 1+ years of prior supervisory experience, preferably in a legal billing or claims environment. 5+ years' experience in the legal industry with 3+ years as an attorney, paralegal, legal spend analyst, legal bill auditor, legal bill reviewer, or billing coordinator for law firms. Ability to obtain information from others and deliver information to internal and external parties orally and in written form. Ability to read legal rules and guidelines and apply them to a series of information. Familiar with e-billing systems and Microsoft Excel. Ability to review, analyze, and evaluate legal fee and cost and expense invoice entries and to exercise discretion and sound judgment when making audit and adjustment decisions. Understanding of legal terminology and claims legal situations, multijurisdictional exposure preferred. Leadership skills with an ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve goals, including productivity, timeliness, and accuracy. Prior experience training new staff members, preferably in a legal setting. Strong coaching and employee development skills. Data analysis and reporting skills, including team productivity and quality tracking. Computer skills with the ability to learn the electronic legal bill submission and auditing software. Sound understanding of the English language-- grammar, syntax and style -- including an understanding of the conventions of punctuation and capitalization. Excellent spelling and proofreading skills. Organizational skills, including the ability to organize work in an orderly fashion conducive to the scheduling of prompt, efficient review of an appropriate number of legal invoices in a given day or time period. Familiarity with common business math and possess appropriate business telephone skills. TRAVEL: Ability to travel domestically in the US independently Ability to obtain a Citi Corporate Credit Card to cover company expenses #LI-Hybrid Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process. Compensation: Target salary range CA, CT, CO, DC, HI, IL, MD, MN, NY, RI, WA: $114,750 - $160,450 Additional Information: Wolters Kluwer offers a wide variety of competitive benefits and programs to help meet your needs and balance your work and personal life, including but not limited to: Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Commuter Benefits, Tuition Assistance Plan, Vacation and Sick Time, and Paid Parental Leave. Full details of our benefits are available upon request.

Posted 3 weeks ago

Paralegal/Legal Assistant I-logo
Paralegal/Legal Assistant I
Contact Government ServicesAlbany, NY
Paralegal/Legal Assistant I Employment Type:Full-Time, Entry Level /p> Department: Legal As a CGS paralegal, you will work under the direction of a Supervisory Paralegal or Project Supervisor. You will provide litigation and administrative support to a group of United States Attorneys. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: Examining, preparing and processing a variety of technical legal documents, e.g., complaints, motions, orders, answers, pleadings, and subpoenas. Providing assistance to attorneys in trial preparations. Assembling trial exhibits, affidavits, discovery in various formats, and other legal documents. Assembling and organizing files and records materials for disposition or transfer to records depository. Maintaining calendar of assigned active cases. Tracking filing, hearing, and trial dates, and scheduling conferences and interviews. Arranging travel by preparing itinerary and securing transportation and hotel reservations. Producing a variety of written documents and materials using a wide range of office software applications. Qualifications: At least one year of specialized litigation experience required, however over three years is preferred. Specialized experience is defined as experience reviewing legal documents such as complaints, motions, orders, answers, pleadings, subpoenas, and libels for completeness of information; retrieving and assembling information for hearing and/or trial use, researching a variety of legal sources to obtain and/or verify information; maintaining file systems; and using automated software to produce legal related reports, documents, correspondence and related materials. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills. Should have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat. Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance Our commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our clients' specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, and Vision Life Insurance 401k Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: info@cgsfederal.com $63,093.33 - $81,120 a year

Posted 30+ days ago

In-House Legal & Compliance-logo
In-House Legal & Compliance
AvenSouth Bay Area / Campbell, CA
About Us We are reinventing consumer credit. We wildly reduce the cost of capital by using technology to easily tap into people's assets. Our first product is the world's cheapest credit card - backed by home equity. Using many patented technologies, we sped up a process that usually takes 4-6 weeks and thousands of dollars down to as fast as 15 minutes and $0 to get. Who are we? We are a well-capitalized (over $250MM in equity funding) team of technology (Square, Microsoft, Facebook) and finance (Discover, CapitalOne, Goldman) executives with top-tier investors -- Founders Fund, Khosla Ventures, Max Levchin, NYCA, Sequoia, SciFi VC, Caffeinated Capital, etc. Our team also has significant experience in consumer finance and related industries (Lending Club, Guaranteed Rate, Opendoor, HUD). Our team includes people who have built: Financial products (Square/CashApp, the earliest CapitalOne credit cards) Consumer products (Internet.org, Xbox) Technology infrastructure (Visual Studio, Windows & Azure, helped design the C++ & C# languages) Mathematics & science infrastructure (computational research at NASA's JPL). We are missionaries who like to work hard on important problems - and build products that become an infrastructure for society. We believe that using technology to lower the cost of capital for consumers is one of these problems - and if we can do it, it will have an infinite positive impact on people's lives. Job Description You will assist in ensuring our mortgage and other secured lending products (asset, HELOC, auto, etc.) comply with federal and state regulations, internal policies, our bank partner's requirements and reporting, and industry best practices. You will support compliance monitoring, regulatory research, marketing/design, audits, exams, and risk assessments while working closely with legal, operations, licensing, and product/engineering teams. Responsibilities Assist in ensuring compliance with TILA, RESPA, ECOA, HMDA, FCRA, UDAAP, and other lending regulations. Monitor compliance with state-specific lending laws (e.g., usury laws, servicing, licensing requirements, foreclosure processes). Support the development and maintenance of compliance policies, procedures, and training materials. Assist in conducting compliance reviews of loan origination, underwriting, and servicing processes. Perform periodic audits of required disclosures, adverse action notices, loan documents, etc. Assist in responding to customer complaints, regulatory inquiries, and internal situations. Research federal and state regulatory updates impacting mortgage and secured lending. Assist in updating policies and procedures to reflect new laws and regulations. Support compliance training efforts for internal teams. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to ensure compliance is embedded in loan servicing and creation. Review marketing materials and loan disclosures for Regulation Z and UDAAP compliance. Assist in third-party vendor risk assessments, particularly for loan origination systems, credit reporting agencies, and payment processors. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, business, legal studies, or a related field (or equivalent work experience) Experience: 3+ years in a compliance, risk, legal, or regulatory role within a fintech, bank, or mortgage company Knowledge: Strong familiarity with applicable lending, marketing, and servicing laws Technical Skills: Ability to work with compliance monitoring tools, regulatory databases, and task systems (ex. Asana) Other Skills: Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, creative problem solving, and strong communication skills (verbal and written) Preferred Qualifications Experience in a fintech or other fast-paced regulatory environment. Located in Northern California. Exposure to state-specific lending laws (e.g., licensing, foreclosure, repossession rules). Compliance certifications (e.g., Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) or similar) are a plus. Aven is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Aven does not discriminate against candidates or employees because of their sex, race, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, veteran status or any other protected status under the law.

Posted 30+ days ago

Adjunct Faculty Online - Legal Studies-logo
Adjunct Faculty Online - Legal Studies
Herzing UniversityMilwaukee, WI
To participate in a remote work arrangement, employees must reside in the United States. No remote work arrangement will be considered for working from outside the United States. If you are a current employee, faculty or adjunct instructor at Herzing University (not a Contractor or temporary employee through a staffing agency), please click here to log in to UKG and then navigate to Menu > Myself > My Company > View Opportunities to apply using the internal application process. Adjunct Faculty are eligible to participate in the Herzing 401(k) plan with a generous company match and our excellent education assistance programs! Click Here to learn more about careers at Herzing University. Courses taught will be a part of the undergraduate legal studies program. Education/Experience Requirements: Graduate degree in Legal Studies, Juris Doctor preferred Primary Responsibilities: The position's responsibilities fall into eight basic areas. Subject Matter Expertise Effective Communication Pedagogical Mastery Operational Excellence Appreciation and Promotion of Diversity Assessment of Student Learning Utilization of Technology to Enhance Teaching and Learning Continuous Improvement These competencies, as identified by the University's academic community, encompass the knowledge, skills, and behaviors essential to a faculty member's success in the classroom and provide the basis for the faculty hiring, evaluation and development process. Herzing University is committed to providing a diverse environment and is dedicated to fostering a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect. It provides an inclusive and collegial community where individuals are valued, heard and empowered to contribute to the effectiveness of the institution. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. It is the university's practice to recruit and hire without discrimination because of skin color, gender, religion, LGBTQi2+ status, disability status, age, national origin, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. https://www.herzing.edu/about/diversity Herzing University prohibits sex-based discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.herzing.edu/title-ix .

Posted 2 weeks ago

Executive Office Assistant (Legal Secretary)-logo
Executive Office Assistant (Legal Secretary)
CONTACT GOVERNMENT SERVICESAnniston, AL
Executive Office Assistant (Legal Secretary) Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department: Legal As a CGS Legal Secretary you will support a federal agency in performing moderately complex litigation support tasks. You will support a wide range of litigation support tasks like reviewing and analyzing case materials, indexing and acquiring case files from databases, answering phone lines, and numerous other relevant tasks. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve government's most dynamic problems with cutting edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates that are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: Performs moderately complex litigation support tasks, including, for example, detailed review and analysis of case materials in a broad range of subject matters, such as financial records, health care materials, and other litigation files; detailed indexing of case files; drafting procedures for accomplishing litigation support assignments; document acquisition related tasks; and conducting database searches. Proofreads and edits deliverable products. Answers phones for Senior Executive Officers Arrange travel using a proprietary database for Senior Trial Attorneys; writes memos, letters, creates PowerPoint Presentations, generates complex spreadsheets, downloads PDFs and saves to the network, creates a folder on the network and unzips files. Qualifications: At least two years of word processing experience, including one year of litigation support experience. Must be able to type at a minimum rate of 65 wpm with an accuracy rate of 95%. High school diploma or GED required. Excellent oral and written communication skills required. The ability to produce highest quality work under extreme pressure very important. Must be a US Citizen. Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance. Ideally, you will also have: Legal Secretary Certificate Undergraduate Degree Our Commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. Health, Dental, and Vision Life Insurance 401k Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: info@cgsfederal.com $27,887.25 - $35,855.04 a year

Posted 1 week ago

Legal Intern-logo
Legal Intern
Sallie Mae Inc (SLM Corp)Newark, DE
When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students. We're on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. To help them Start smart. Learn big. Students need guidance navigating this important time in their life. They need someone who acknowledges that their education path is unique. They need a partner willing to evolve and not only meet but surpass their expectations. We're changing. Because students need a better way. We're looking for people who are excited to drive this transformation. To break barriers and think of new ways to adapt, help, and create better experiences for students-and for each other. This is where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives matter. It's where you're empowered to bring your authentic self to work. Feeling your best allows you to do your best. Our benefits take care of the whole you-from physical and mental to financial and professional. You'll get opportunities to further your education and career, support for you and your family (including your pets!), paid time off to volunteer for the things that matter to you, and more. We're obsessed with impact and making a real difference. For us, that means putting relationships first, asking "why not?" when tackling challenges, and continuously learning new skills. Come do more than join something, change something. For students, for future generations, for the future of education. pre identified Feeling your best helps you do your best: Our benefits take care of the whole you-so you can build your work around your life (not the other way around!). Competitive base salaries Bonus incentives Generous PTO, Floating Holidays and 12 Federal Holidays observed Support for financial-well-being and retirement 401k with employer match Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and more Employer paid short-term/long-term disability and basic life insurance Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs Free access to on-site staffed fitness centers (in Delaware) and gym subsidy (for locations outside Delaware) Confidential counseling support (EAP), Health Advocacy services and Wellness program with financial incentives Tuition Reimbursement and Family Scholarship Programs Career development and training opportunities Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest! Sallie Mae is proud to be an equal opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, gender identity, disability, Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Click here to view the U.S. Pay Transparency Policy, here for federal job applicant notices, and here to view the California Employee Privacy Notice. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please call (855) 756-2007 and choose option 9. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Posted 1 day ago

Removal Defense Attorney, Immigration Legal Services-logo
Removal Defense Attorney, Immigration Legal Services
Catholic Charities Of Santa Clara CountySan Jose, CA
POSITION SUMMARY: Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County (CCSCC) seeks a passionate and dedicated Removal Defense Attorney to provide direct legal representation to individuals facing deportation. The attorney will advocate for clients in immigration court, USCIS proceedings, and administrative appeals while working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support immigrants at risk of detention or deportation. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Legal Representation & Advocacy Represent noncitizens in removal proceedings before the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), including asylum seekers, survivors of crime, and individuals with special relief options (e.g., Cancellation of Removal, Adjustment of Status, Withholding of Removal, and CAT claims). Prepare and file motions, briefs, and applications before immigration courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and federal courts if necessary. Conduct credible fear and reasonable fear interviews and prepare clients for asylum or defensive applications. Advocate for detained clients and coordinate bond hearings to secure release from ICE detention. Represent clients in applications for legal status, work permits, and other immigration benefits before USCIS and ICE. Client Support & Case Management Conduct legal screenings and consultations to assess eligibility for relief and provide clear legal advice. Work closely with DOJ-accredited representatives, paralegals, and caseworkers to ensure comprehensive support. Maintain up-to-date case files and records in compliance with funding and reporting requirements. Community Outreach & Training Lead Know Your Rights (KYR) presentations for community members at risk of deportation. Participate in legal clinics and screening events organized by CCSCC and partner organizations. Train and supervise legal staff, volunteers, and pro bono attorneys on removal defense strategies. QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school. Active bar membership (California preferred, but candidates from other jurisdictions will be considered). Minimum 2-5 years of experience in immigration law, with a focus on removal defense. Experience working with asylum seekers, survivors of violence, and detained individuals is a plus. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Strong litigation experience, including court appearances and legal brief writing. Fluency in Spanish or another commonly spoken language in immigrant communities is highly preferred. Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a team in a fast-paced legal services environment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to use a computer. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Ability to travel/drive to agency sites and other locations within Santa Clara County. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Criminal background check via livescan fingerprint. Must have TB test performed and submit results. Automobile, valid driver's license and auto insurance per agency policy; or have access to reliable transportation. WORKING CONDITIONS: Must be able to travel/drive within Santa Clara County. HOURS AND OTHER CONDITIONS: Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This is a full-time, exempt position. Must be able to work some evenings and weekends. This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. Because of a need to remain responsive to the needs of our clients and our Agency's operations, responsibilities may be modified at any time. Catholic Charities is a non-profit, non-discriminatory service organization and employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation or disability. Persons receiving services in our programs are entitled to freedom from harassment and retaliation and reasonable accommodation for qualified disabilities.

Posted 30+ days ago

Instructor - Legal Studies-logo
Instructor - Legal Studies
Fox Valley Technical CollegeAppleton, WI
Job Category Regular Faculty FVTC Worksite Appleton Main Campus Hours Per Week 40 Note to internal applicants: Do not apply via this portal. Login to your Workday Account and Find Internal Career Opportunities through the Internal Portal. Fox Valley Technical College celebrates diversity, supports equity and inclusiveness, and encourages individual expression in our workplace. Job Description Summary Instructors are responsible for the facilitation of student learning and the on-going development of curriculum that meets the needs of students and employers utilizing instructional strategies that promote student success. 38-Week Contract Job Description Essential Functions and Responsibilities The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned. Learning Facilitation- Foster student learning by developing appropriate instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and support student engagement. Create learning experiences that integrate instructional technologies to maximize student success and multiple delivery methodologies such as hybrid, in-person, virtual, and on-line course delivery. Assessment- Assess student learning and provide regular feedback to help students be successful. Use data to measure quality outcomes related to student persistence, retention, completion rate, course success, and learning and to design improvement strategies based on the evidence. Curriculum Development- Develop and continually revise curriculum and instructional materials that are competency-based, current, consistent with employer expectations, and aligned with the college policy on level of required documentation to successfully prepare graduates for their chosen career fields. Classroom Management- Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student attendance and grade records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, housekeeping, and equipment security, and ensure opportunities for student/engagement evaluation. Ensure course materials (including textbooks) are available to students. Team Participation- Support the college by engaging in division, department and team activities, and meetings including planning, development, and budgeting, and staying current with internal and external changes and initiatives. Business & Community Engagement- Build and maintain ongoing relationships with community, industry, and clinical partners by participating in advisory committees, external meetings, business visits, and community groups Collaborate with staff to recruit students, participate in recruitment events, and proactively promote the College and our programs. Student Success & Support- Serve as an advocate for students and engage in activities that help students reach their goals by collaborating with Student Services staff to retain students, close achievement gaps, and help all students be successful. Advise students regarding class schedules, career information, internships, and other program-related information. Professional Development- Continually improve knowledge and skills in emerging trends, current occupational practices, and teaching through professional development activities, networking with regional industry leaders, and the integration of new techniques and technology. Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required to maintain individual and program accreditation. Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Experience Requirements: Juris Doctor degree required. At least three years of experience working in the legal profession, of which at least one year shall be within five years prior to date of hire. One year of related occupational experience may be waived with at least two years of post−secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within the last five years. Teaching or training experience is desirable. Ability to plan, organize, instruct, and facilitate quality education programs, including development of relevant curriculum. Upon hire, must maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required by other agencies to maintain individual and program accreditation, if applicable. Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements: Member in good standing of the Wisconsin Bar. Proficiency utilizing learning management system. Strong verbal communication skills. Adapt quickly to changing demands, assignments, and circumstances to meet student needs. Communicate effectively and professionally with various audiences. Engage in continuous improvement in the quality of instruction by embracing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods. Prior to hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In evaluating candidates for this position, Fox Valley Technical College may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position. Work Environment Work will be completed in a hybrid environment, both in person and virtually. Work environment may change based upon college needs. Physical Requirements Extended periods of sitting while performing tasks and utilizing computer systems. Mobility: While much of the work is desk-based, occasional mobility may be necessary for attending meetings, office tours, or events within the workplace. Lifting and Carrying: The role requires occasional/continuous lifting and carrying of light to moderate items (10lbs estimate). Fine Motor Skills: This role may need precise hand movements or manual dexterity for activities such as writing on a whiteboard, demonstrating experiments, or using instructional technology like computers. Repetitive Motions: Capacity to perform repetitive motions, such as typing, without discomfort or injury. Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with employees, candidates, and stakeholders, both in-person and through electronic means. Travel: Instructor position may require off-site teaching, fieldwork, or travel for professional development. EOE/ADA Statement Fox Valley Technical College (FVTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), FVTC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Nothing in this job description limits management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement or affect the at-will nature of the employment arrangement between the employee and company and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Additional Information Pay: $81,300.00 - $95,600.00 Pay is based on a multitude of factors, including experience, qualifications, education, relevant certifications, internal equity, and market data. At Fox Valley Technical College, we recognize employees as key contributors to our mission and are committed to fostering a culture of fairness, transparency, and excellence. Our total rewards philosophy ensures equitable compensation and benefits, supporting a highly engaged workforce. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with retirement contributions to the Wisconsin Retirement System and 403(b)/457 plan options. Employees enjoy paid sick leave, holidays, and bereavement leave. We offer life and disability insurance, with options for additional coverage. Work-life balance is supported through flexible schedules or remote work options (for some positions) and wellbeing programs. Professional development opportunities include training, certifications, and tuition reimbursement. Additional perks at the Appleton Main Campus include an onsite health and wellbeing clinic, dental clinic, fitness center, Parent/Child Center (onsite child care), library, café, printing services, Trilogy Salon & Spa, and more. Will accept applications on an ongoing basis. Fox Valley Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution, providing equal opportunity to all persons, including members of underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds, females, veterans and individuals of all abilities. For questions regarding the College's nondiscrimination policy, contact: Rayon Brown - rayon.brown6751@fvtc.edu (Affirmative Action), TitleIX@fvtc.edu (sex-based discrimination or harassment), or Dan Squires - daniel.squires3328@fvtc.edu (Disability related discrimination).

Posted 30+ days ago

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Paralegal/Legal Assistant I
Contact Government ServicesBaltimore, MD
Paralegal/Legal Assistant I Employment Type:Full-Time, Entry Level /p> Department: Legal As a CGS paralegal, you will work under the direction of a Supervisory Paralegal or Project Supervisor. You will provide litigation and administrative support to a group of United States Attorneys. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: Examining, preparing and processing a variety of technical legal documents, e.g., complaints, motions, orders, answers, pleadings, and subpoenas. Providing assistance to attorneys in trial preparations. Assembling trial exhibits, affidavits, discovery in various formats, and other legal documents. Assembling and organizing files and records materials for disposition or transfer to records depository. Maintaining calendar of assigned active cases. Tracking filing, hearing, and trial dates, and scheduling conferences and interviews. Arranging travel by preparing itinerary and securing transportation and hotel reservations. Producing a variety of written documents and materials using a wide range of office software applications. Qualifications: At least one year of specialized litigation experience required, however over three years is preferred. Specialized experience is defined as experience reviewing legal documents such as complaints, motions, orders, answers, pleadings, subpoenas, and libels for completeness of information; retrieving and assembling information for hearing and/or trial use, researching a variety of legal sources to obtain and/or verify information; maintaining file systems; and using automated software to produce legal related reports, documents, correspondence and related materials. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills. Should have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat. Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance Our commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our clients' specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, and Vision Life Insurance 401k Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: info@cgsfederal.com $63,093.33 - $81,120 a year

Posted 30+ days ago

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Executive Office Assistant (Legal Secretary)
CONTACT GOVERNMENT SERVICESHuntsville, AL
Executive Office Assistant (Legal Secretary) Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department: Legal As a CGS Legal Secretary you will support a federal agency in performing moderately complex litigation support tasks. You will support a wide range of litigation support tasks like reviewing and analyzing case materials, indexing and acquiring case files from databases, answering phone lines, and numerous other relevant tasks. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve government's most dynamic problems with cutting edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates that are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: Performs moderately complex litigation support tasks, including, for example, detailed review and analysis of case materials in a broad range of subject matters, such as financial records, health care materials, and other litigation files; detailed indexing of case files; drafting procedures for accomplishing litigation support assignments; document acquisition related tasks; and conducting database searches. Proofreads and edits deliverable products. Answers phones for Senior Executive Officers Arrange travel using a proprietary database for Senior Trial Attorneys; writes memos, letters, creates PowerPoint Presentations, generates complex spreadsheets, downloads PDFs and saves to the network, creates a folder on the network and unzips files. Qualifications: At least two years of word processing experience, including one year of litigation support experience. Must be able to type at a minimum rate of 65 wpm with an accuracy rate of 95%. High school diploma or GED required. Excellent oral and written communication skills required. The ability to produce highest quality work under extreme pressure very important. Must be a US Citizen. Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance. Ideally, you will also have: Legal Secretary Certificate Undergraduate Degree Our Commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. Health, Dental, and Vision Life Insurance 401k Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: info@cgsfederal.com $27,887.25 - $35,855.04 a year

Posted 1 week ago

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Manager Of Legal Recruitment
Fox RothschildDenver, CO
As a member of Fox Rothschild's Talent Management team, the Manager of Legal Recruitment manages the full-cycle recruitment process for law students, summer associates, lateral associates and counsel firm-wide. This team member can sit in the Firm's Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, Seattle, or Washington, D.C. office. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Manage the entry-level recruitment cycle; track and manage candidates from the resume screening stage through callback interviews; manage and track all interview feedback; facilitate the offer discussion meetings. Participate in law school campus events to increase and improve visibility at targeted law schools. Develop and foster key contacts with law schools. Manage and execute the summer associate program, including helping to organize and attend various internal and external events; organize trainings with the Professional Development team, ensure access to assignments, and conduct evaluations. Support the Summer Associates' engagement and transition throughout the process. Manage 1L Diversity Fellowship Program hiring process. Coordinate the orientation and successful integration of summer associates into the Firm. Track and assist with analysis of results of Summer Associate class outcomes to create meaningful data for a better understanding of future success factors. Guide candidates and hiring partners through the recruiting process. Facilitate entire lateral recruitment process for non-partner candidates, from sourcing through onboarding. Ensure the due diligence process is conducted for all potential hires. Draft offer letters. Ensure compliance with Firm's hiring policies and guidelines. Analyze attorney recruiting trends and recommend strategies to enhance the recruiting efforts of the Firm. Support Director in overseeing Coordinators and Assistants to ensure effective collaboration and successful project execution. Develop and sustain relationships with attorneys, administrative departments, law schools, search firms, and legal industry colleagues to support recruiting efforts. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS: Maintain relationships with peers at competitive firms, including membership in National Association for Law Placement. Special Projects, as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS (EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES): Education: Bachelor's degree required. Experience: Minimum five years of experience in legal recruitment. Prior legal recruiting experience required. Ability to manage recruiting efforts across multiple locations. Experience with sourcing and hiring law students and lateral attorneys. Prior experience with entry-level recruiting, callbacks, and summer associate programs. Experience managing and delegating to others across various time zones Experience with LinkedIn Recruiter, viDesktop and Flo Recruit preferred. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a strong commitment to client service and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, professional environment. Possess confidence and the capability to interact with the Firm's Leadership on a regular basis. Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously under strict time constraints. Requires occasional travel. Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Medium Work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects 20 to 50 pounds frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds. VISUAL ACUITY Worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The salary ranges for this position apply to the respective listed locations. The salary range reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a position. Reasonable estimates of the current ranges for this position are: Chicago, Denver, Minneapolis: $115,000 to $155,000 Los Angeles, Seattle, Washington, D.C.: $125,000 to $165,000 New York City, San Francisco: $135,000 to $175,000 For information on Fox Rothschild's compensation and benefits visit: Compensation & Benefits (foxrothschild.com) DISCLAIMER Fox Rothschild LLP is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a contract or employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at-will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all of the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position.

Posted 30+ days ago

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Executive Assistant, Legal
Harbourvest Partners Llc.Boston, MA
Job Description Summary For over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking. In our collegial environment that's marked by low turnover and high energy, you'll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences. We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm. HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer. This position will be a hybrid work arrangement, which translates to 4 days minimum per week in the office. We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide a broad range of administrative support to two Managing Directors on our Legal team, as well as other senior members of the team. Assignments involve work of a confidential and complex nature requiring considerable discretion, judgement, tact and diplomacy. This person will serve as a key point of contact for the department, and will help build a professional and welcoming environment for both internal and external parties. The ideal candidate is someone who is: An excellent written and verbal communicator. Able to communicate professionally and confidently with colleagues of all levels. Highly organized and able to balance multiple responsibilities and prioritize effectively. Committed to excellence with high attention to detail and follow-through. Technologically proficient with a thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn and adapt quickly to other applications. Knowledge of SAP Concur Expense platform a plus but not required. Experience and/or familiarity with legal and regulatory concepts and filings a plus. What you will do: Provide Executive Assistant support to 2 Managing Directors. Provide calendar management. Meeting planning, both virtual and in -person, with internal and external parties and at times, across multiple geographies and time zones. Respond to email, MS teams and phone calls in a timely manner. Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements including flights, hotels, car service as well as troubleshooting if unexpected changes arise. Prepare and submit sophisticated expense reports. Support the creation of presentations, agendas, minutes and other team meeting materials as needed. Routine administrative activities including data entry, organizing, routing and electronic retention of correspondence and archiving document. Plan and organize outside events including contract review and budgetary considerations And other responsibilities as required What you bring: Demonstrated experience interacting confidently and confidentially with all levels of stakeholders Demonstrated ability in coordinating global travel Motivated, self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team Ability to build and foster strong working relationships with peers across functions and geographies Problem solving skills with a bias for action leveraging data, technology applications and other tools Education Preferred Bachelor of Arts (B.A) or equivalent experience Bachelor of Science (B.S) or equivalent experience Experience 10+ Years Executive Assistant experience supporting senior leaders. Notary Public preferred #LI-Hybrid

Posted 30+ days ago

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Legal Executive Assistant
DLA PiperLos Angeles, CA
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Job Description

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let's see what we can achieve. Together.

Summary

As a Legal Executive Assistant, you will support multiple lawyers. The Legal Executive Assistant (LEA) proactively filters and attends to the day-to-day functions of a partner's practice so that they can focus on building and maintaining their practice. This role serves as a consultant for the partner, connecting departments, projects, and critical business information to the partner, ensuring meetings and materials are efficient and effective, and serving as a trusted partner to help deliver against the priorities of the practice and clients.

Location

This position is located in our Los Angeles office and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

  • Completes and carries out major assignments and a broad variety of tasks in support of the partner's practice.

  • Exercises judgment and delegates administrative tasks and document work as appropriate to other Legal Support Services team members (Legal Support Assistants and Legal Administrative Assistants) and firm resources. When delegating, maintains responsibility for and tracks all activities/tasks/projects to successful completion. Collaborates with peers to provide team support and coverage.

  • Performs work that substantively and positively impacts the success of the partner's financial viability with client matters.

  • Exercises discretion and professional judgment with confidential and sensitive matters.

  • Plans, coordinates, and ensures attorney Outlook calendars are maintained; identifies and resolves scheduling conflicts; coordinates complex travel itineraries.

  • Works closely and proactively with attorneys to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, preparing materials in advance, and following up appropriately.

  • Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a proactive, hands-on approach, including drafting letters or other correspondence, preparing reports, and other tasks that facilitate partner's ability to effectively build the practice.

  • Handles extensive direct interaction with clients and outside business contacts.

  • Prepares agendas, reports, and presentations; composes correspondence that is sometimes confidential.

  • Develops and maintains professional relationships and ensures teams work together efficiently and effectively, providing clear direction and constructive feedback on projects and assignments.

  • Coordinates department or practice group meetings. Takes lead in preparing logistics and engaging appropriate parties to ensure a successful meeting.

  • Participates in practice group and client team meetings, as appropriate. Prepares meeting agendas, reviews meeting materials for accuracy and completeness and distributes to meeting attendees.

  • Maintains paper and electronic filing systems, helping to ensure compliance with Information Governance policies and procedures.

  • Oversees billing matters (prebilling tasks including all approval forms and collaboration correspondence, international billing, liaise with biller regarding questions/issues, liaise with collections team); monitors client budgets for reporting purposes.

Desired Skills

Advanced computer skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint are required. Exhibits excellent communication and interpersonal skills required to interact with peers, lawyers, clients, business professionals, and various firm departments on a regular basis. Solid organizational skills required to manage multiple high priority projects at one time. Performs a broad range of assignments with efficiency and accuracy. Excellent time management skills necessary and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrates strong work ethic and a flexible, dependable and positive attitude. Must maintain confidentiality and demonstrate good professional judgment.

Minimum Education

  • High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Education

  • Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience

  • 5 years of experience in professional executive administrative roles, supporting partners and/or executives.

  • Corporate Practice experience

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:

  • Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.

  • Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.

  • Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.

  • Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.

  • Foster positive work relationships.

  • Comply with all firm policies and practices.

  • Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.

  • Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.

  • Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm's discretion in the future.

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm's discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

Application Process

Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com.

Agency applications will not be considered.

No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.

The firm's expected hiring range for this position is $86,650 - $114,814 per year depending on the candidate's geographic market location.

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate's experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

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