Paralegal

Leadline Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Evans General Contractors, LLC seeks a proactive Paralegal to support the Legal Department with contract review and administrative tasks. You will help maintain a library of standard templates, coordinate reviews with counsel, and ensure timely updates and filings.

The role requires strong MS Office skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to work in a team. A paralegal certificate or related degree is preferred, with 5 years of office experience valued.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or higher in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a professional office setting.
• Paralegal Certificate and experience, preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Evans Legal Team to maintain a library of standard contract templates for use across the Company, including Owner contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, non-disclosure agreements and vendor and consulting contracts.
• Provide assistance with contract reviews and comparisons based on templates or previously negotiated terms for approval by counsel.
• Maintain, update and monitor the company’s database of contracts with Owners, vendors and subcontractors and report on deadlines for necessary updates, amendments, review or finalization.
• Assemble final contracts and submit to counsel for review and General Counsel for execution.
• Act as point of contact for Legal Department in the tracking of contracts, updates, regulatory filings and more.
• Head compliance tracking efforts.
• Performs additional duties as required

Skills

MS Office Suite

Written & verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associates Degree or higher in Paralegal Studies

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Paralegal will provide contract review and administrative support to the Legal Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the Evans Legal Team to maintain a library of standard contract templates for use across the Company, including Owner contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, non-disclosure agreements and vendor and consulting contracts.
• Provide assistance with contract reviews and comparisons based on templates or previously negotiated terms for approval by counsel.
• Maintain, update and monitor the company’s database of contracts with Owners, vendors and subcontractors and report on deadlines for necessary updates, amendments, review or finalization.
• Assemble final contracts and submit to counsel for review and General Counsel for execution.
• Act as point of contact for Legal Department in the tracking of contracts, updates, regulatory filings and more.
• Head compliance tracking efforts.
• Performs additional duties as required

Evans General Contractors, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Requirements

• Associates Degree or higher in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a professional office setting, preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Paralegal Certificate and experience, preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills