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CONTACT GOVERNMENT SERVICES logo
CONTACT GOVERNMENT SERVICESNew York, NY

$50,000 - $200,000 / year

FOIA Paralegal Employment Type: Full Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal CGS is seeking a FOIA Paralegal to join our team supporting the legal mission of a large federal agency. This position will allow candidates to demonstrate expertise in performing legal review and FOIA request processing, amongst other litigation support tasks. 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: Paralegals will work conducting searches and analyzing result sets to separate non-responsive documents from responsive documents and screen responsive documents for privilege or FOIA exemptions. Redact and code responsive documents. Perform legal research. Draft legal documents. Qualifications: Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. At least one year of litigation paralegal experience is required; trial experience is very helpful. Experience with Nuix Investigate, Relativity, and/or other eDiscovery and document review tools strongly desired. Experience processing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests. Demonstrated experience and knowledge of FOIA rules and regulations; applying exemptions Must have basic legal knowledge, including knowledge of standard legal citation to cite check legal motions, and memorandum, and must have sufficient experience with legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw to perform basic legal research. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, thorough knowledge, and hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems. The role also requires basic familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources. The ability to consistently deliver the highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Ability to work independently Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to obtain a government security clearance. Ideally, you will also have: Two years experience using Nuix Investigate for document review and tagging preferred. Two years experience in processing FOIA requests for Federal agencies is preferred. Fluency in the statutory and regulatory guidelines to FOIA responses is preferred. 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: [email protected] #CJ $50,000 - $200,000 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Posted 30+ days ago

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Burr & Forman LLPBirmingham, AL
Burr & Forman LLP has an immediate opening in our Nashville, TN or Birmingham, AL office for a full-time, experienced litigation paralegal for the Torts and Insurance Practice Group. This position requires expertise in legal terminology, document preparation, and case management, as well as familiarity with state and federal court procedures. The paralegal will be responsible for drafting legal documents, filing subpoenas, and conducting legal research while maintaining strict timelines and deadlines. Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential. The ideal candidate will also possess proficiency in various legal software and tools to facilitate efficient operations. KEY CONTRIBUTIONS Perform complex paralegal duties requiring knowledge of legal terminology and legal processes including case management from inception through discovery and verdict. Prepare, edit, and/or draft correspondence, reports, and legal documents. Prepare, edit and/or file in-state and out-of-state subpoenas, briefs, pleadings, and other filings in various state/federal courts. Plan and schedule conferences, depositions, and/or meetings. Maintain calendars including court deadlines and appearances and deadlines for discovery. Conduct searches through computer databases such as library, Secretary of State, PACER, SJIS, LEXIS, Internet, Autotrack, etc. Create complex database for documents. Prepare PowerPoint presentations. Prepare summaries and analyses of research, reports, etc. Review documents for privileged material and prepare drafts of discovery documents. Assist with discovery matters and handle document productions. Perform legal searches and retrieve case law. Attend mediations, depositions, hearings, conferences, trials, and other court meetings as needed. Proofread documents. Work independently and collaborate with team. Respond to inquiries for information. Other responsibilities as needed. THE ESSENTIALS A bachelor's degree, paralegal certification or degree, or appropriate combination of education/experience. Must be familiar with the State and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, have strong organizational and communication skills, excellent writing skills and the ability to draft documents, and be able to work independently. Experience with drafting and electronic filing of pleadings, motions, deposition scheduling and summarization, trial preparation, and legal research. Knowledge of PACER, Word, Excel, Outlook, and other document management software. Knowledge of e-discovery, Trial Director, and Relativity preferred. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This position is a unique opportunity to join a firm that prioritizes our clients, colleagues, and communities. If you're a service-minded professional with intellectual curiosity and excellent work ethic, please consider joining our team. Burr & Forman LLP provides a wide range of benefits designed to support our employees and families including comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision insurance, group term life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan and retirement planning services, paid time off, and free wellness and mental health services among other benefits. The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation. Actual compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, work experience, geographic location, skills and competencies, industry knowledge, job responsibilities, market considerations and other business considerations. Equal Opportunity Employer Burr & Forman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, military and protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity, E-Verify, and other related posters at www.burr.com/careers/working-at-burr.

Posted 30+ days ago

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Burr & Forman LLPNashville, TN
Burr & Forman LLP has an immediate opening in our Birmingham, AL or Nashville, TN office for a full-time, experienced litigation paralegal for the Torts and Insurance Practice Group. This position requires expertise in legal terminology, document preparation, and case management, as well as familiarity with state and federal court procedures. The paralegal will be responsible for drafting legal documents, filing subpoenas, and conducting legal research while maintaining strict timelines and deadlines. Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential. The ideal candidate will also possess proficiency in various legal software and tools to facilitate efficient operations. KEY CONTRIBUTIONS Perform complex paralegal duties requiring knowledge of legal terminology and legal processes including case management from inception through discovery and verdict. Prepare, edit, and/or draft correspondence, reports, and legal documents. Prepare, edit and/or file in-state and out-of-state subpoenas, briefs, pleadings, and other filings in various state/federal courts. Plan and schedule conferences, depositions, and/or meetings. Maintain calendars including court deadlines and appearances and deadlines for discovery. Conduct searches through computer databases such as library, Secretary of State, PACER, SJIS, LEXIS, Internet, Autotrack, etc. Create complex database for documents. Prepare PowerPoint presentations. Prepare summaries and analyses of research, reports, etc. Review documents for privileged material and prepare drafts of discovery documents. Assist with discovery matters and handle document productions. Perform legal searches and retrieve case law. Attend mediations, depositions, hearings, conferences, trials, and other court meetings as needed. Proofread documents. Work independently and collaborate with team. Respond to inquiries for information. Other responsibilities as needed. THE ESSENTIALS A bachelor's degree, paralegal certification or degree, or appropriate combination of education/experience. Must be familiar with the State and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, have strong organizational and communication skills, excellent writing skills and the ability to draft documents, and be able to work independently. Experience with drafting and electronic filing of pleadings, motions, deposition scheduling and summarization, trial preparation, and legal research. Knowledge of PACER, Word, Excel, Outlook, and other document management software. Knowledge of e-discovery, Trial Director, and Relativity preferred. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This position is a unique opportunity to join a firm that prioritizes our clients, colleagues, and communities. If you're a service-minded professional with intellectual curiosity and excellent work ethic, please consider joining our team. Burr & Forman LLP provides a wide range of benefits designed to support our employees and families including comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision insurance, group term life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan and retirement planning services, paid time off, and free wellness and mental health services among other benefits. The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation. Actual compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, work experience, geographic location, skills and competencies, industry knowledge, job responsibilities, market considerations and other business considerations. Equal Opportunity Employer Burr & Forman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, military and protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity, E-Verify, and other related posters at www.burr.com/careers/working-at-burr.

Posted 30+ days ago

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Hogan LovellsLos Angeles, CA

$124,500 - $183,500 / year

The Senior Commercial Real Estate Paralegal is a valued member of our preeminent real estate practice and will service a wide range of transactions and support real estate lawyers across our U.S. offices. Our global real estate group is renowned for first-class legal skills and market knowledge. An integrated, cross-border group, we bring client-focused innovation to bear in pioneering new deal structures and in delivering legal services. This position has a billable requirement of 1,650 hours per year and will be located in one of our West Coast offices - Los Angeles or San Francisco. The position's primary responsibilities include: Conduct National Commercial Title and ALTA/Boundary survey review and analysis; Obtain owner/loan title policies with required endorsements; Obtain and review zoning reports, along with Certificates of Occupancy, zoning Letters, and violation searches; Prepare applications for permits; Obtain and review permits and local government codes/ordinances; Prepare and manage closing checklists; Prepare transactional, conveyancing and closing documents; Perform UCC searches and conduct analysis; Prepare corporate formation, operating documents, and organizational charts; Due diligence review and organization; File and project organization; Meet the minimum requirement of 1,650 annual billable hours; All members of the firm are encouraged to participate in our firm's global Responsible Business program; Work on other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED SKILLS Strong written and oral communication skills; Comfortable conducting internet-based research, with excellent analytical skills; Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills; Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with or without direct supervision; Sound judgment in decision-making, high integrity, and utmost respect for confidentiality; Strong proficiency in Microsoft Suite (including Excel) and other computer skills; Ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects and multiple streams of work; Flexibility to work additional hours as needed and a willingness to travel. EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR EXPERIENCE Five (5)+ years of direct professional experience. Bachelor's degree required or equivalent combination of education and work experience; Paralegal certificate and large law firm experience is desirable. HOURS Core hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., including one hour for lunch, with overtime as required. The annualized salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $124,500 to $163,500 and San Franciso is $140,000 to $183,500 depending on the candidate's overall experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. In addition, full time employees as well as some part time employees, will be eligible for the firm's fringe benefits as they currently exists. This job description sets forth the responsibilities of this position and may be changed from time to time as shall be determined. Hogan Lovells is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or other factors protected by law. Hogan Lovells complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Benefits Department at LeaveofAbsence_US@hoganlovells.com.

Posted 3 days ago

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Kilpatrick Stockton LLPSan Diego, CA

$64 - $72 / hour

Kilpatrick, a large international law firm, is seeking a Paralegal for our Litigation Department in our San Francisco, Silicon Valley, San Diego, Los Angeles or Walnut Creek office. This position will be part of our team of attorneys, paralegals and support staff providing a high level of service to both internal and external clients. At Kilpatrick we are one team where each person plays an integral role in serving the needs of our clients. The firm has a strong dedication to its employees, values, and commitment to the community. The Litigation Paralegal provides semi-autonomous, complex case support to attorneys in all phases of litigation including discovery, trial, and appeal. The Litigation Paralegal also assists attorneys with case development and strategy, client management, working closely with experts and co-counsel and may provide workflow coordination duties, works under the direction of attorneys and/or Director of Administration and Legal Support and performs miscellaneous duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Supervises case workflow and case support Investigates facts, court rules, and case law Handles extensive document management Assists with case preparation strategy Drafts pleadings, files court documents Assists in the preparation of motions and depositions Initiate and monitor docketing with CompuLaw system and monitor trial calendars Other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED: California Only: Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate required Must satisfy requirements of California Business & Professions Code §6450 et seq. Certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred Outside of California: Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred but not required Minimum of 5 years' experience required Extensive knowledge of computer systems and programs including Word, Excel, DIALOG, Relativity, Concordance, Lexis/Nexis, e-mail and internet Extensive knowledge of legal terminology, processes and definitions Extensive knowledge of all phases of discovery and trial Extensive knowledge of available legal resources and references materials Knowledge of court rules and case law Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Excellent service orientation and teamwork skills Excellent organization skills Excellent attention to detail skills Excellent time management skills Excellent analytical skills Excellent problem identification and problem solving skills Excellent editing and proofreading skills Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a timely manner Ability to balance multiple complex tasks Ability to meet the demands of trial work This is a full-time, regular position with a multi-faceted health benefit package including medical, dental, and vision. The firm also offers life insurance, short term disability plans and retirement plans in addition to holidays and paid time off. The firm offers hybrid work schedules combining in office work days as well as remote work days. The pay range for this position in San Franciso only is $64.10 to $71.79 per hour. Selected applicants will be contacted. Kilpatrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information about our firm, please visit our website at www.ktslaw.com. Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Posted 30+ days ago

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CONTACT GOVERNMENT SERVICESColumbia, SC

$60,000 - $80,000 / year

Paralegal III Employment Type: Full-Time Department: Legal CGS is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join a fast-moving, extremely active in-house government legal team. This position is a key role related to supporting various aspects of the company's litigation portfolio including eDiscovery activities, workflow management, and attorney support. 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: Prepares a variety of technical legal documents that are characteristically complex in format. Reviews incoming documents and material, considers the nature and the status of the case involved. Prepares indictments, arrest warrants, summonses, true bills, motions, orders, non-disclosure applications, and orders, stipulations, plea agreements, grand jury and trial subpoenas, and legal memoranda. Obtains required information from criminal case files, law enforcement agencies, or other sources, to include in legal documents before submitting to the appropriate AUSA for review. Ensures when preparing recurring legal documents that they conform to local court rules and the rules governing style and format. Assists attorneys in preparing for trial by independently compiling trial and witness notebooks, preparing and organizing trial exhibits, assembling jury instructions, and compiling witness and exhibit lists. Coordinates with the victim/witness specialist to ensure adherence to current Departmental guidelines relating to victims' rights and services responsibilities. Notifies case agents and appropriate office staff of victim/witness issues. Using original and online legal resources including Westlaw and/or Lexis/Nexis, verifies legal citations and statutory references contained in legal documents. Research to confirm that citations are accurate, complete, and consistent with source material. Proofreads, edits, and revises legal briefs. Electronically files legal documents with the U.S. District Court using the CM/ECF system. Develops and organizes tables of contents and indices to briefs in accordance with established format. Lists cited cases, opinions, and miscellaneous references in briefs. Composes original correspondence which requires a good working knowledge of legal procedures and specialized terminology Transmitting proposed orders to the court. Requesting extensions of time in certain cases. Advising of actions taken or developments in cases referred by other federal departments and agencies. Notifying attorneys representing defendants of various issues. Scans/inputs and links case-related materials into electronic discovery databases and manages those databases. Uploads/downloads into those discovery databases documents and materials received from local, state, and federal law enforcement partners consisting of investigative and forensic reports, bank records, electronic communication records, and audio and video files provided in varying file formats. Manages discovery processing and production. Proficiently bates-stamps and redacts discovery materials using Adobe Acrobat and may employ discovery processing techniques using IPRO Eclipse. Sends continuing discovery to defense counsel as directed by the assigned AUSA. Maintains the electronic case files, enters data in the case management system, calendars deadlines using MS Outlook, prepares and files conflict of interest and case opening forms in the electronic case file. $60,000 - $80,000 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Posted 30+ days ago

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CONTACT GOVERNMENT SERVICESWashington, DC

$45,000 - $55,000 / year

Paralegal Admin Specialist Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department: Legal Support CGS is seeking a Paralegal to process electronic legal instruments, assist with trial prep and hearings, and provide additional legal support for a large federal agency. 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: A Paralegal/Administrative Specialist performs, but is not limited to the following duties: Provide Apprentice examination of legal instruments Review legal instruments (completeness of information, proper execution) Provides direct support to Litigation Support Unit, attorneys and paralegals regarding functional and administrative duties as needed Determine correctness of action (per Government regulations, procedures, etc). Research records (to ascertain conditions that might preclude action) Assists with various tasks within the Litigation Support Unit on a daily basis to include the processing of data and evidence for cases and the completion of discovery productions Assist with the preparation of trial and hearing presentations and demonstratives Collects and compiles statistical data as necessary for various reports Provide assistance within the Administrative Division on project-based work as well as coverage of administrative duties during employee vacations Proficiency with numerous software and databases including, but not limited to, MICROSOFT SUITE. Qualifications: Attention to detail and the ability to read and follow directions Good oral and written communications skills Two-year undergraduate degree or equivalent 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: Phone: +1 (888) 680-5916 Email: [email protected] #CJ $45,000 - $55,000 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Posted 30+ days ago

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Berry, Appleman & LeidenRichardson, TX
Who we are: BAL is a team of brilliant people who change lives through elite immigration work and collaborative innovation. We pursue the exceptional in all that we do, but never at the expense of our values. There's no denying our work is demanding, both in volume and pace, but we're up for the challenge. We love the balance of hard work and fun - so, you'll see us in jeans as we shatter glass ceilings and conventional stereotypes. BAL employees feel valued, rewarded, and respected. We seek opportunities to be of service to others and our communities. We are committed to your growth and development, and want to set you up for success here at BAL and beyond. Who you are: You are looking for work that has a purpose. You aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves and get stuff done. You learn quickly. You move fast. You embrace challenge and detail as well as creative thinking. You believe you have something unique to contribute and you aren't afraid to raise your hand. You understand that powering human achievement is ultimately about impacting a real person. You are looking for a place to grow and an environment where everyone has a spot and is genuinely welcome. We're better together: A bright, driven person like you and an industry-leading powerhouse like BAL? It's a perfect combination! We truly want to see you succeed here and become an integral part of our mission to provide an experience that makes a positive difference in people's lives. Come be a part of something special, where you can have an impact and be valued just for being you! In addition to competitive pay, a discretionary annual bonus, and a supportive, team oriented culture, we offer an outstanding benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, sick time, unlimited vacation, and 401(k) with company match. OVERVIEW: A Paralegal is responsible for coordinating with Attorneys in the preparation, filing, and monitoring of various immigration and nationality law matters. Additionally, a Paralegal should have a comprehensive knowledge of the immigration process, mastery of multiple case types, and increasing company client interaction. This role has excellent career-pathing opportunities including the ability to grow into a Senior Paralegal or other career paths. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Under direction of Senior Paralegal/Attorney, takes lead in email/phone client communications. Provides guidance to assignees regarding proprietary systems and case processing. Increased understanding of client communication procedures and requirements. Inputs client services rendered and sends to Accounting for processing. Complete competence of case types previously handled and continually strives to advance and broaden knowledge base; demonstrates increasing levels of independence in case handling. Processes more advanced and varied corporate immigration cases. Evaluates cases, relays concerns, and proactively escalates to the appropriate BAL team members(s). Prepares forms, letters, documents and correspondence for attorney review; adapts tools and resources for casework which deviates from templates; increases knowledge of BAL best practices. Manages status of all filed applications and petitions and finalizes documents after attorney review. Utilizes document and data management systems to prepare, monitor, and record all aspects of client casework as per BAL policy. Prepares internal caseload reports for management. Shares process flow with assignees; Identifies problematic cases and discusses strategies and/or solutions with Attorney. Performs research to obtain information such as background on a company or industry, current wages, processing procedures, standard processing times, etc. Initiates contact with government agencies to obtain necessary information; alerts Senior Paralegal and/or attorney regarding potential process delays/problems. QUALIFICATIONS: 2+ years of U.S. corporate immigration experience Bachelor's Degree; 1-year law-related experience under licensed attorney; or PL certificate from ABA approved program Comfortable and ability to thrive in an extremely high-volume environment Demonstrates sound judgement Ability to execute and work well with minimal supervision Strong attention to detail and ability to catch errors and correct work and the work of others Superior client service skills Effectively able to prioritize cases, caseload and other assigned tasks (i.e. projects, company management responsibilities, etc.) Ability to meet deadline and goals MS Office, Scan/Copy; learn, apply and effectively navigate daily use of propriety software WORKING CONDITIONS: Able to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time. Able to stoop, kneel, bend at the waist and reach on a daily basis. Able to perform general office administrative activities: copying, filing, delivering and using the telephone. Able to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally. Regular and on-time attendance. Must be able to prioritized, schedule and complete testing required for multiple applications with overlapping schedules. A certain degree of creativity and flexibility is required. Hours may exceed 40 hours per week. Occasional travel by conventional means including aircraft, motor vehicle and the like within the region and to other locations as required. Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job. Berry Appleman & Leiden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of BAL to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. BAL prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment. BAL does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. BAL is under no obligation to pay any referral compensation or recruiter fee in the absence of a current executed Recruitment Services Agreement. In the event a recruiter or agency submits an unsolicited resume or candidate without an agreement, BAL reserves the right to pursue and hire said candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of BAL. If your agency would like to be considered as a potential recruiting partner, please forward your contact information to Recruitment@BAL.com.

Posted 30+ days ago

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CONTACT GOVERNMENT SERVICESAlbany, NY

$83,545 - $107,415 / year

Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal CGS is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to assist with any legal accounts. As a Paralegal, you will play a key role in supporting various aspects of the company's portfolio. 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: The Contractor shall provide professional, accurate, timely, and reliable paralegal support reporting to the OGC and will be detailed to assist LITB or IALB. Work products are reviewed prior to submission; however, personnel resources provided by Contractor shall often develop these products with minimal direct supervision other than written guidelines. Personnel assigned to this task must have the ability to adjust to changing priorities and work well under pressure. The General Paralegal Task includes but is not limited to the following: Contractor shall receive, prioritize, and process requests such as document review or requests for advice or legal technical assistance; Contractor shall research and locate responsive information documents and identify relevant laws, judicial decisions, and legal articles; Contractor shall perform typical Paralegal functions, including: moderately complex legal research; synopsizing transcripts of hearings and oral arguments for attorney use; reviewing case related materials; and identifying potentially conflicting statements or areas requiring further investigation; Contractor shall write preliminary drafts of legal memoranda and correspondence; Contractor shall assist in preparing draft legal documents, such as motions, briefs, memoranda of law, exhibits, etc.; conducting legal analysis, reviewing documents for relevance and privilege; and assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation; Contractor shall review materials in discovery for relevancy and privilege; Contractor shall prepare privilege logs; Contractor shall maintain documentation of records produced in discovery, correspondence sent, and case management functions performed; Contractor shall assist in the drafting and issuing of preservation notices and litigation holds; Contractor shall design, generate, and transmit reports regarding case assignments and productivity using case management databases. Contractor shall analyze and interpret requests from customers; Contractor shall research, locate, and gather material relevant to DU requests including conducting outreach and informal interviews to respond to discovery requests and interrogatories; Contractor shall assist in preparation of declarations; Contractor shall scan paper materials to save as an image file (e.g., .PDF); Contractor shall conduct legal privilege reviews using Veritas eDiscovery Platform, Adobe Pro, or other discovery review platforms provided by the FBI; Contractor shall analyze documents and media files, and proficiently apply redactions to diverse types of privileged information; Contractor shall review the work of peers for accuracy and provide constructive edits to ensure quality and thoroughness of review and processing; Contractor shall support and collaborate the management efforts to foster teamwork, planning and decision making; Contractor shall organize and maintain accurate records of assigned requests. This includes keeping detailed case notes, utilizing discovery work plans, using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, and entering case information and metrics into the OGC-LITB case tracking database; Contractor shall prepare electronic and/or paper releases for release to customers; Contractor shall provide a high degree of professionalism and customer service in all interactions with DU customers; Contractor shall prioritize and schedule projects to accomplish objectives; Contractor shall assist in representation efforts of the FBI in challenging situations; Contractor shall coordinate classification reviews with subject matter experts and shall perform overlays of material returned from classification review; Contractor shall maintain close collaboration of projects with discovery team members; Contractor shall serve as consultant to Government employees regarding privilege application and document production; Contractor shall communicate with employees at all levels of the FBI to complete projects with a high degree of professionalism; Contractor shall provide weekly statuses to management and periodic updates to Assistant General Counsels and other DU customers; Contractor shall conduct searches of FBI systems and databases to retrieve relevant documents or files (e.g., Sentinel, Internal Policy Office Policy Library and Policy Archives); Contractor will perform legal and other research, provide support to the Legal Hold program as well as the Freeze List, and support tasks associated with information management/governance as well as technology and its intersection with the law to name a few Qualifications: Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. At least two years of litigation paralegal experience is required; trial experience is very helpful. At least one year of experience in automated litigation support. Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems. Role also requires hands-on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources. The ability to consistently deliver the highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. 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: Phone: +1 (888) 680-5916Email: [email protected] #CJ $83,545 - $107,415 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Posted 30+ days ago

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Morgan StanleyPurchase, NY

$75,000 - $95,000 / year

The position is in Morgan Stanley's Legal Field Services Unit (FSU). The FSU is a part of the Field Advisory Group of Wealth Management Legal and handles legal inquiries raised by Complex/Branch Risk Officers, Branch Management, Financial Advisors, Field Support Groups (i.e. National New Accounts, Operations) and other personnel in the firm's retail brokerage branch system. The types of issues that the FSU addresses include, but are not limited to, issues relating to trusts, estates, guardianships, conservatorships, powers of attorney, UTMA/UGMA accounts, individual retirement accounts, Morgan Stanley account documentation, account opening procedure and general legal matters that affect the branches. The FSU Paralegal is a consolidated point of legal contact for Morgan Stanley branch and support personnel. The FSU Paralegal will be responsible for addressing branch inquiries, conducting legal research, drafting letters to clients and attorneys, drafting agreements, advising branch personnel on relevant law, and working on group projects. Skills Required: > Excellent verbal and written communication skills > Strong problem-solving skills > Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment > Attention to detail > Client service skills > Ability to work well with people at different levels in the organization > Computer proficiency including, but not limited to: Windows Microsoft Office, Internet and Website Knowledge and navigation skills, Lexis/Nexis and/or Westlaw Educational Requirements: Bachelor of Arts WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY: We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you'll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser. Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $75,000 and $95,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs. Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees. It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).

Posted 30+ days ago

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CONTACT GOVERNMENT SERVICESDallas, TX

$50,000 - $65,000 / year

Senior Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time Department: Legal CGS is seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal to join a fast-moving, extremely active in-house government legal team. This position is a key role related to supporting various aspects of the company's litigation portfolio including eDiscovery activities, workflow management, and attorney support. 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: Prepares a variety of technical legal documents that are characteristically complex in format. Reviews incoming documents and material, considers the nature and the status of the case involved. Prepares indictments, arrest warrants, summonses, true bills, motions, orders, non-disclosure applications, and orders, stipulations, plea agreements, grand jury and trial subpoenas, and legal memoranda. Obtains required information from criminal case files, law enforcement agencies, or other sources, to include in legal documents before submitting to the appropriate AUSA for review. Ensures when preparing recurring legal documents that they conform to local court rules and the rules governing style and format. Assists attorneys in preparing for trial by independently compiling trial and witness notebooks, preparing and organizing trial exhibits, assembling jury instructions, and compiling witness and exhibit lists. Coordinates with the victim/witness specialist to ensure adherence to current Departmental guidelines relating to victims' rights and services responsibilities. Notifies case agents and appropriate office staff of victim/witness issues. Using original and online legal resources including Westlaw and/or Lexis/Nexis, verifies legal citations and statutory references contained in legal documents. Research to confirm that citations are accurate, complete, and consistent with source material. Proofreads, edits, and revises legal briefs. Electronically files legal documents with the U.S. District Court using the CM/ECF system. Develops and organizes tables of contents and indices to briefs in accordance with established format. Lists cited cases, opinions, and miscellaneous references in briefs. Composes original correspondence which requires a good working knowledge of legal procedures and specialized terminology Transmitting proposed orders to the court. Requesting extensions of time in certain cases. Advising of actions taken or developments in cases referred by other federal departments and agencies. Notifying attorneys representing defendants of various issues. Scans/inputs and links case-related materials into electronic discovery databases and manages those databases. Uploads/downloads into those discovery databases documents and materials received from local, state, and federal law enforcement partners consisting of investigative and forensic reports, bank records, electronic communication records, and audio and video files provided in varying file formats. Manages discovery processing and production. Proficiently bates-stamps and redacts discovery materials using Adobe Acrobat and may employ discovery processing techniques using IPRO Eclipse. Sends continuing discovery to defense counsel as directed by the assigned AUSA. Maintains the electronic case files, enters data in the case management system, calendars deadlines using MS Outlook, prepares and files conflict of interest and case opening forms in the electronic case file. Qualifications: Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. At least two years of litigation paralegal experience is required; trial experience is very helpful. At least one year of experience in automated litigation support. Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems. Role also requires hands-on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources. The ability to consistently deliver the highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. 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 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: [email protected] #CJ $50,000 - $65,000 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Posted 30+ days ago

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Northwestern MutualMilwaukee, WI

$69,720 - $129,480 / year

Paralegal Consultant-Investment Company Act Products AT NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL, WE ARE STRONG, INNOVATIVE AND GROWING. WE INVEST IN OUR PEOPLE. WE CARE AND MAKE A POSITIVE DIFFERENCE. The Northwestern Mutual Law Department is seeking an experienced, independent and agile Paralegal Consultant interested in joining a diverse, challenging and fast-paced environment supporting the Company on a wide range of issues as it works to transform how clients experience financial security. What's the role? This Paralegal Consultant will be a member of the Law Department's Investment Products and Advisory Services Team, reporting to the VP-Investment Products and Services in Law, and will primarily focus, as part of a team of lawyers and paralegals, on supporting the securities law aspects of our variable life insurance and variable annuity products and/or their underlying proprietary mutual fund investment options. Most of this legal work is handled entirely in-house, including the production of registration statements and related regulatory filings and shareholder reports. Examples of the type of work this paralegal will engage in as a member of the Investment Products and Advisory Services Team includes: Helping to manage the process, and assisting in the drafting, publishing and filing of new and existing annual registration statements, annual and semi-annual reports, prospectus supplements, proxy/information statements and related documents with the Securities and Exchange Commission Aiding in the implementation of new SEC rules applicable to variable products, mutual funds and their registered investment advisers Performing legal and public records searches Maintaining and updating files, policies and procedures and databases Assisting with the maintenance of sub-custodial registrations for foreign investments This position provides the opportunity for an annual bonus. Bring Your Best! What this role needs: Candidates ideally should have a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of variable product and/or mutual fund paralegal experience. Additional experience together with a certificate of paralegal studies from a program approved by the American Bar Association may be considered in lieu of Bachelor's degree. Experience with other federal securities laws is a plus. Corporate governance experience is desirable. Experience using the DFIN ArcPro registration statement management and publishing system, or comparable system, is preferred. Exceptional organizational skills and expert knowledge of Office 365 and Adobe applications. Desired personal attributes: Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills, a highly analytical and curious mind, creativity, comfort dealing with ambiguity, integrity, high ethical standards, and a positive outlook. Demonstrated ability to collaborate and contribute effectively in a team environment while working independently and approaching work with a proactive mindset. Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks at the same time. A keen problem-solving approach using sound reasoning and practical judgment to achieve results that balance benefits for all stakeholders of the enterprise. The scope of this role may change over time to respond to business needs. The successful candidate will be flexible and adaptable in terms of general skill sets and aspirations. Information About the Northwestern Mutual Law Department: Of the Northwestern Mutual Law Department's approximately 130 members, about 80 are lawyers, having come to Northwestern Mutual from all around the country after having graduated from a multitude of law schools and undergraduate institutions and having practiced in a wide variety of settings. The balance of the Department consists of highly skilled paralegals and research and administrative professionals who support significant aspects of the Department's operations. Our Law Department (in every aspect of its operations, including the Law Department Leadership Team, the Department's practicing lawyers and paralegals, and the Department's professional administrative staff) is inclusive and diverse, comprising a rich mixture of people who come from a wide variety of ethnic and religious backgrounds and includes people of color and those who are openly gay or lesbian. The Northwestern Mutual Law Department provides the vast majority of legal services in nearly all disciplines directly to the Company, with only select utilization of outside counsel. There are nine main legal practice teams within the Law Department: Investment Products and Advisory Services; Digital and Enterprise Operations; Insurance Products and Operations; Corporate; Distribution; Litigation; Enterprise Governance; Institutional Investments; and Real Estate Investments. Members of the Law Department have the opportunity to develop a thorough understanding of the Company's business needs, and we are fully engaged in the execution of the Company's business strategy. This allows us to provide the most timely and effective counsel in an efficient manner and leads to greater career satisfaction for our attorneys, paralegals, and professional administrative staff. Northwestern Mutual has been helping people and businesses achieve financial security for more than 165 years. Through a holistic planning approach, Northwestern Mutual combines the expertise of its financial professionals with a personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to help its clients plan for what is most important. With $378 billion in total assets, $38 billion in revenues, and nearly $2.4 trillion worth of life insurance protection in force, Northwestern Mutual delivers financial security to more than 5 million people with life, disability income and long-term care insurance, annuities, and brokerage and advisory services. The company manages more than $351 billion of investments owned by its clients and held or managed through its wealth management and investment services businesses. Northwestern Mutual ranks 109th on the 2025 FORTUNE 500 and is recognized by FORTUNE as one of the "World's Most Admired" life insurance companies. #LI-Hybrid Compensation Range: Pay Range- Start: $69,720.00 Pay Range- End: $129,480.00 Geographic Specific Pay Structure: 190- Structure 110: 76,720.00 USD - 142,480.00 USD 190- Structure 115: 80,150.00 USD - 148,850.00 USD We believe in fairness and transparency. It's why we share the salary range for most of our roles. However, final salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidate; the current market; location of the candidate; and other factors uncovered in the hiring process. The standard pay structure is listed but if you're living in California, New York City or other eligible location, geographic specific pay structures, compensation and benefits could be applicable, click here to learn more. Grow your career with a best-in-class company that puts our clients' interests at the center of all we do. Get started now! Northwestern Mutual is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages diversity in the workforce. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which each employee can contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, assume leadership and continue to focus on meeting and exceeding business and personal objectives.

Posted 30+ days ago

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YETIAustin, TX
At YETI, we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. When you work here, you'll have the opportunity to create exceptional, meaningful work and problem solve with innovative team members by your side. Together, you'll help our customers get the high-quality gear they need to make the most of their adventures. We are BUILT FOR THE WILD. The Corporate Paralegal will provide a broad range of paralegal support for YETI's legal department and its growing domestic and international subsidiaries. This Corporate Paralegal will manage important and complex matters, collaborate effectively across teams, and have the technical skills and professional maturity to anticipate and initiate legal tasks independently and under the direction and oversight of legal professionals. This role is based in Austin, TX, reporting to the Senior Legal Operations Manager and offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment at a growing company with a focus on operational excellence and legal compliance. Responsibilities Oversee the lifecycle of global subsidiaries, including formation, dissolution, mergers, and name changes Collaborate with external counsel and registered agents to manage filings, certifications, and other legal requirements for subsidiaries Maintain a centralized database of subsidiary information and summaries, ensuring accuracy and accessibility Maintain and update corporate records, including articles of incorporation, bylaws, minutes, and other key documents for domestic and international subsidiaries Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal governance standards related to subsidiary operations Support the preparation and filing of annual reports, resolutions, and other regulatory filings for subsidiaries. Process notarizations, apostilles and legalizations of domestic and international corporate documents Work closely with the finance, tax, compliance and commercial teams to support intercompany transactions, audits, and "Know Your Client" projects Support diligence activities related to mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions Develop and implement best practices for subsidiary governance and management processes Proactively identify opportunities to improve corporate recordkeeping and process improvements Provide general paralegal support to the full in-house legal department Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field Minimum of 5 years of related experience, either in a law firm or multinational company Proficiency in global legal entity management and corporate governance Experience managing multiple cross-functional high priority projects simultaneously Excellent written and verbal communication skills with exceptional interpersonal skills and attention to detail Familiarity with entity management software and tools Notary Public Benefits & Perks: Click here to learn about the benefits and perks we offer at YETI. YETI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is at the center of everything we do for our employees. We embrace all applicants looking to bring their authentic selves to YETI and contribute to our mission of keeping the wild WILD. Find out more about our commitment to DE&I at yeti.com/esg.html. All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. YETI Applicant Privacy Notice YETI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation in order to apply for a job, please contact us at accommodationrequest@yeti.com.

Posted 30+ days ago

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CONTACT GOVERNMENT SERVICESAustin, TX

$50,000 - $65,000 / year

Senior Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time Department: Legal CGS is seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal to join a fast-moving, extremely active in-house government legal team. This position is a key role related to supporting various aspects of the company's litigation portfolio including eDiscovery activities, workflow management, and attorney support. 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: Prepares a variety of technical legal documents that are characteristically complex in format. Reviews incoming documents and material, considers the nature and the status of the case involved. Prepares indictments, arrest warrants, summonses, true bills, motions, orders, non-disclosure applications, and orders, stipulations, plea agreements, grand jury and trial subpoenas, and legal memoranda. Obtains required information from criminal case files, law enforcement agencies, or other sources, to include in legal documents before submitting to the appropriate AUSA for review. Ensures when preparing recurring legal documents that they conform to local court rules and the rules governing style and format. Assists attorneys in preparing for trial by independently compiling trial and witness notebooks, preparing and organizing trial exhibits, assembling jury instructions, and compiling witness and exhibit lists. Coordinates with the victim/witness specialist to ensure adherence to current Departmental guidelines relating to victims' rights and services responsibilities. Notifies case agents and appropriate office staff of victim/witness issues. Using original and online legal resources including Westlaw and/or Lexis/Nexis, verifies legal citations and statutory references contained in legal documents. Research to confirm that citations are accurate, complete, and consistent with source material. Proofreads, edits, and revises legal briefs. Electronically files legal documents with the U.S. District Court using the CM/ECF system. Develops and organizes tables of contents and indices to briefs in accordance with established format. Lists cited cases, opinions, and miscellaneous references in briefs. Composes original correspondence which requires a good working knowledge of legal procedures and specialized terminology Transmitting proposed orders to the court. Requesting extensions of time in certain cases. Advising of actions taken or developments in cases referred by other federal departments and agencies. Notifying attorneys representing defendants of various issues. Scans/inputs and links case-related materials into electronic discovery databases and manages those databases. Uploads/downloads into those discovery databases documents and materials received from local, state, and federal law enforcement partners consisting of investigative and forensic reports, bank records, electronic communication records, and audio and video files provided in varying file formats. Manages discovery processing and production. Proficiently bates-stamps and redacts discovery materials using Adobe Acrobat and may employ discovery processing techniques using IPRO Eclipse. Sends continuing discovery to defense counsel as directed by the assigned AUSA. Maintains the electronic case files, enters data in the case management system, calendars deadlines using MS Outlook, prepares and files conflict of interest and case opening forms in the electronic case file. Qualifications: Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. At least two years of litigation paralegal experience is required; trial experience is very helpful. At least one year of experience in automated litigation support. Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems. Role also requires hands-on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources. The ability to consistently deliver the highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. 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 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: [email protected] #CJ $50,000 - $65,000 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Posted 30+ days ago

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Genworth FinancialRichmond, VA
At Genworth, we empower families to navigate the aging journey with confidence. We are compassionate, experienced allies for those navigating care with guidance, products, and services that meet families where they are. Further, we are the spouses, children, siblings, friends, and neighbors of those that need care-and we bring those experiences with us to work in serving our millions of policyholders each day. We apply that same compassion and empathy as we work with each other and our local communities. Genworth values all perspectives, characteristics, and experiences so that employees can bring their full, authentic selves to work to help each other and our company succeed. We celebrate our diversity and understand that being intentional about inclusion is the only way to create a sense of belonging for all associates. We also invest in the vitality of our local communities through grants from the Genworth Foundation, event sponsorships, and employee volunteerism. Our four values guide our strategy, our decisions, and our interactions: Make it human. We care about the people that make up our customers, colleagues, and communities. Make it about others. We do what's best for our customers and collaborate to drive progress. Make it happen. We work with intention toward a common purpose and forge ways forward together. Make it better. We create fulfilling purpose-driven careers by learning from the world and each other. POSITION TITLE Paralegal, Litigation Support POSITION LOCATION Richmond, VA YOUR ROLE Genworth is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Paralegal to join our Legal Department, focusing on litigation support. This role will assist attorneys in managing litigation matters, including discovery liaising and direction, case deadline tracking and coordination with external counsel. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation, excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. What you will be doing Support litigation attorneys in managing active litigation matters, including case tracking and documentation Serve as key point-person for discovery processes, including document collection, review and production Coordinate with outside counsel and internal stakeholders to ensure timely responses to inquiries Maintain litigation files and databases, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality Monitor court deadlines and ensure timely filings Assist in preparing witnesses and exhibits for depositions, hearing and trials Support internal investigations and regulatory inquiries as needed Process and route subpoenas and demands Provide all administrative support functions for litigation team Coordinate with other paralegals and administrative assistants as necessary Participate in process improvement initiatives within the Legal Department Perform tasks as necessary What you bring Minimum of 5 years of experience in litigation support or legal operations Extensive discovery and document-production experience, including relevant platforms Strong understanding of litigation procedures, court rules and legal terminology Proficiency in document management systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and maintain confidentiality Nice to have Paralegal certification Experience in a corporate or law firm setting Employee Benefits & Well-Being Genworth employees make a difference in people's lives every day. We're committed to making a difference in our employees' lives. Competitive Compensation & Total Rewards Incentives Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage Multiple 401(k) Savings Plan Options Auto Enrollment in Employer-Directed Retirement Account Feature (100% employer-funded!) Generous Paid Time Off - Including 12 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off and Paid Family Leave Disability, Life, and Long Term Care Insurance Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment and Training & Certification Support Wellness support including gym membership reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program resources (work/life support, financial & legal management) Caregiver and Mental Health Support Services ADDITIONAL At this time, Genworth will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Fox RothschildBoston, MA

$65,000 - $110,000 / year

Fox Rothschild LLP is seeking a Litigation Paralegal with a minimum ten (10) years of experience for the Boston or New York Offices. Primary Responsibilities Compiling, preparing, and summarizing relevant materials for use by attorneys in discovery; Indexing, tracking, and controlling case related materials; Working knowledge of New York/Massachusetts and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and all related court filing procedures and processes; Reviewing documents for relevance and inclusion in case file; Assist with the preparation of court filings, including cite and fact checking legal briefs, cross-reference checks, confirming proper Bluebook citation, proofreading, and assembling of exhibits and appendices; Reviewing documents for relevance and privilege according to established guidelines and criteria; Tracking and controlling document discovery (including documents produced and received in discovery); Indexing, tracking, and controlling exhibits and other materials at depositions and at trial; Coordinating trial set-up and logistics as well as serving as liaison among various internal departments as well as with outside vendors, such as translation services, document production vendors and trial graphics providers; Summarizing depositions and other transcripts; Working closely and directly with attorneys and clients during all phases of litigation; and Additional responsibilities include supporting attorneys during trial, including assistance with creation of demonstratives and courtroom presentation/support. Skills & Abilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong problem-solving skills. Ability to adapt to change and balance competing demands. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Ability to work independently and take initiative. Ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality and provide outstanding customer service to internal and external clients/contacts. Working knowledge of office accounting methods and techniques, including: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, as well as the ability to learn other programs. Working knowledge of document review platforms, including Relativity and document/deposition management platforms, including Everchron. Proven ability to conduct independent research. Compose and disseminate correspondence as required. Qualifications BA or BS degree preferred. Associate's degree or paralegal certificate with ten (10) years of comparable work experience required. Ability to multitask using analytical and problem-solving skills within a fast-paced environment with competing demands. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrate flexibility regarding client and legal team requests. Achieve high level of productivity. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment including, but not limited to computers, telephones, printers, and copiers. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sedentary work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing are often necessary in carrying out job duties. 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: State of New York: $65,000 to $110,000.00 State of Massachusetts: $65,000 to $110,000 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. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that 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. Equal Opportunity Employer - vets, disability

Posted 30+ days ago

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Bryant & Stratton CollegeOrchard Park, NY

$1,450 - $1,950 / undefined

Unlock your full potential in the innovative and inclusive environment at Bryant & Stratton College. We are a career-focused, private, nonprofit college built differently to serve the needs of students, alumni, associates, employers, and the community. Founded in 1854, Bryant & Stratton College offers real-world education leading to bachelor's, associate's, and professional certificates after completion in the fields of healthcare, technology, legal, business, graphic design, and more. Bryant & Stratton College's WNY Market is recruiting for instructors to teach in our Paralegal and Criminal Justice programs MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Candidates hired to teach in the Criminal Justice courses must possess a Master's degree in Criminal Justice. Some courses may be taught by faculty with a Juris Doctorate. Candidates hired to teach in the Paralegal program must possess one of the following degrees: a Master's degree in Paralegal Studies, a Master's degree in Legal Studies, a Juris Doctorate ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS Provide instruction with the focus on teaching and learning to help assure students successfully meet all course outcomes and classroom objectives. Participate in professional development activities that develop and enhance teaching and facilitation skills. Participate in campus wide initiatives in support of recruitment, retention and graduation goal attainment including but not limited to, monitoring, adjusting (when needed), and assessing classroom program retention/graduation and meeting with program advisors on a regular basis to discuss student performance and academic concerns. Fulfill all administrative duties related to instructional responsibility Adjuncts sign a contract with the Dean at the beginning of each term that outlines the class, contact hours, the dates and time of class. Campus based classes are 15 weeks and are paid bi-monthly over an 8-paycheck time frame. The class salary range is $1,450.00- $1,950.00. Please note that the compensation information is a good faith estimate of the base pay for this position. Information about the total compensation package for this position will be provided during the interview process All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. Bryant & Stratton College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted 30+ days ago

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DiPasquale MooreWichita, KS
TITLE: Case Manager / Paralegal REPORTS TO: Team Lead Attorney SALARY: Competitive salary commensurate with experience POSITION/TYPE: Non-Exempt REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma and minimum of 1 year customer service experience PREFERRED: Paralegal certificate or associate degree “MIKE’S GOT THIS!” – DiPasquale Moore is a premier personal injury law firm headquartered in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri. Founded in 2013 by Mike DiPasquale and Jason Moore, the firm has and continues to grow, as we provide our clients with the professionalism and compassionate legal representation after a traumatic and sometimes life altering event of a personal injury. Job Overview: As a case manager your main role will be supporting our Attorneys in their work. You will work closely with a team of Attorneys from the beginning of a case through the end. Excellent communication skills and phone etiquette is a MUST in this role, as clients will need to be updated frequently on the status of their cases. Duties & Responsibilities: Provide customer service to clients daily Manage an average case load of 200+ cases Draft and submit letters of representation for various Insurance types Prepare demands Review medical records Draft correspondence Consistently review entire caseload from start to finish Knowledge and Skills: Ability to excel in a fast-paced work environment Excellent grammar, punctuation, spelling, and organizational skills Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills Diligence – honoring deadlines, keeping promises, and maintaining standards to provide phenomenal customer service to all clientele Outstanding time management and prioritizing tasks Employee Perks: Benefits package – Health, Vision & Dental Insurance 401(k) matching retirement plan – up to 4% 3 weeks (120) hours of PTO Paid Holidays Work/Life balance – doing the job you love, with great people and NO long, crazy hours! FREE on-site parking garage Stability - Become an integral member of an energetic team in a growing law firm EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER DiPasquale Moore, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Powered by JazzHR

Posted 1 week ago

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West 4th StrategyBuffalo, NY
Paralegal II ROLE We need an experienced Paralegal II at the Social Security Administration (SSA) Office of the General Counsel (OGC), Law and Policy (LP). LP provides legal services to all SSA components and defends the agency’s interests in litigation, particularly through its Program Litigation Divisions (PLD), which manage over 15,000 federal cases annually in collaboration with the Department of Justice. In this role, you will provide paralegal support services to PLD attorneys, including reviewing and routing legal documents, responding to inquiries, organizing and preparing case materials, and maintaining case management systems. You will also support litigation tasks by analyzing case-related information, drafting responses, and coordinating with federal courts, U.S. Attorneys’ Offices, and other agencies. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. Apply today! RESPONSIBILITIES Review incoming mail and electronic information from litigants, representatives, attorneys, courts, and other government filing systems, including complaints, briefs, court orders, and transcripts Route items for filing or necessary action and track case-related information in litigation docketing systems to ensure timely completion of actions Respond to inquiries of a routine nature from outside entities, including U.S. Attorneys’ Offices, DOJ entities, other Federal agencies, or SSA components Assist in the review, organization, and preparation of legal documents such as Answers, Motions for Extensions, and other pleadings, including reviewing and correcting deficiencies in case files File legal documents in court and ensure compliance with court filing systems such as PACER Identify factual and legal allegations in federal complaints, determine appropriate responses, and draft affirmative defenses or answers Analyze, evaluate, and present case-related information orally and in writing, using appropriate legal reasoning and organization Communicate effectively with attorneys, court staff, Federal agencies, SSA components, plaintiffs’ attorneys, and litigants Coordinate and attend in-person or virtual meetings with assigned PLD staff Log time and case activity in SSA’s Matter Management System (OMMS) REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE Comprehensive knowledge of legal support and research principles, sources, and procedures, as well as electronic case management and other systems Demonstrate the ability to analyze, evaluate, interpret, explain, and present, orally and in writing, relevant procedures, findings, and conclusions using appropriate language, legal reasoning, and organization of facts, rule, law, and ideas Knowledge of docketing/case management principles, including electronic management systems Knowledge of the basic legal principles, statutes, regulations, and federal rules that apply to litigation at the federal district court and circuit court levels, and to administrative bodies, as well as knowledge of federal jurisdictional requirements Knowledge of the application of statutes, regulations, policy, and rules pertaining to Program Litigation practice area to provide attorney support Knowledge of terminology and the ability to correctly identify the nature and purpose of documents Ability to identify the factual and legal allegations in federal court complaints, determine the appropriate response for each allegation, and draft affirmative defenses or answers to be filed with the federal district court Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to elicit case-related information from, and convey case-related information to, attorneys or other offices and components, including U.S. Attorneys Offices, other Federal agencies, SSA components, plaintiff's attorneys, plaintiffs, or litigants. Knowledge for court filing systems (e.g., PACER) REQUIRED EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS Associate’s degree in paralegal or legal studies OR equivalent LOCATION Remote CLEARANCE US Citizenship CLIENT Social Security Administration (SSA), Program Litigation Division (PLD) TRAVEL No travel required. WORK HOURS Full time = 40 hours a week, 8 hours a day EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION W2 Classification RELOCATION Not eligible for relocation benefits. West 4 th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law. Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual’s primary workstation is in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time. Powered by JazzHR

Posted 5 days ago

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HANAC, Inc.Astoria, NY
HANAC, Inc. – originally founded by George Douris as the Hellenic American Neighborhood Action Committee – is a New York City-based multi-faceted social services organization. The organization was founded in 1972 to serve the needs of vulnerable populations throughout New York City.    The Immigration Paralegal works as an integral part of a team with the immigration attorney, Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) accredited representative, and support staff. The Immigration Paralegal will assist the staff attorney and the Program Director in providing legal services, education, and outreach, including coordination of community events, and working under attorney supervision to assist clients on Immigration law matters.  The Paralegal will adhere to recognized ethical standards and rules of professional responsibility. S/He will help immigrants in different aspects of immigration law matters such as those involving obtaining relief through citizenship, political asylum, U Visas, Green Card renewal, DACA, etc.  Work Location: Astoria, Queens Work Schedule:  Monday through Thursday (1 PM to 5 PM and 4 PM to 8 PM, as required) Pay rate: $28 per hour **Bilingual English/Spanish Required.  Responsibilities and essential functions include but are not limited to:  Review client issues  Identify the process to alleviate client issues  Work with a case manager to complete required immigration paperwork  Consult with staff attorney to overcome obstacles  Provide workshop presentations  Assist in the completion of various program requirements as needed.  Obtaining visas and citizenships  Updating clients on progress, answering their questions, or preparing paperwork  Creating and maintaining a calendar to ensure the timely filing of petitions, applications, and extensions  Drafting applications and petitions and coordinating the filing of applications and petitions  Drafting, receiving and filing letters, affidavits, and other correspondence supporting applications and petitions  Researching client documents (birth certificates, police records, marriage records, etc.) and helping clients obtain them  Preparing clients for Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) interviews  Serving as a liaison between the INS, the Department of Labor (DOL), and attorneys  Minimum Requirements:  Associate’s degree in law or Paralegal Studies and family-based immigration law experience within the last five years.  The candidate requires sensitivity in addressing the needs of a culturally diverse population and is  bilingual in Spanish.  The candidate must have excellent communication, writing, record-keeping, and follow-up skills and have the ability to conduct workshops.  Powered by JazzHR

Posted 30+ days ago

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Foia Paralegal

CONTACT GOVERNMENT SERVICESNew York, NY

$50,000 - $200,000 / year

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Job Description

FOIA Paralegal

Employment Type: Full Time, Mid-Level

Department: Legal

CGS is seeking a FOIA Paralegal to join our team supporting the legal mission of a large federal agency. This position will allow candidates to demonstrate expertise in performing legal review and FOIA request processing, amongst other litigation support tasks.

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:

  • Paralegals will work conducting searches and analyzing result sets to separate non-responsive documents from responsive documents and screen responsive documents for privilege or FOIA exemptions.
  • Redact and code responsive documents.
  • Perform legal research.
  • Draft legal documents.

Qualifications:

  • Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study.
  • At least one year of litigation paralegal experience is required; trial experience is very helpful.
  • Experience with Nuix Investigate, Relativity, and/or other eDiscovery and document review tools strongly desired.
  • Experience processing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests.
  • Demonstrated experience and knowledge of FOIA rules and regulations; applying exemptions
  • Must have basic legal knowledge, including knowledge of standard legal citation to cite check legal motions, and memorandum, and must have sufficient experience with legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw to perform basic legal research.
  • Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, thorough knowledge, and hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems.

The role also requires basic familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources.

  • The ability to consistently deliver the highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • Ability to work independently
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to obtain a government security clearance.

Ideally, you will also have:

  • Two years experience using Nuix Investigate for document review and tagging preferred.
  • Two years experience in processing FOIA requests for Federal agencies is preferred.
  • Fluency in the statutory and regulatory guidelines to FOIA responses is preferred.

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: [email protected]

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$50,000 - $200,000 a year

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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