Paralegal

Sci Corp; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Sci Corp in Houston, TX seeks a legal support specialist to assist the legal department with researching the law, investigating facts, and preparing legal documents for review by counsel.

You will maintain case files, interact with management on requests for legal advice, and provide general clerical support. A high school diploma is required; a Bachelor’s or Paralegal certificate is preferred, with four years of experience in legal work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate preferred.
• Four years’ experience in legal research and document preparation is preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze legal sources such as statutes and case law.
• Prepare legal documents under corporate counsel guidance.
• Maintain case files and communicate with management on legal requests.
• Provide general clerical support as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Document preparation

Confidentiality

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Law digests

Legal databases

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

Provides technical and administrative support to the legal department which involves researching the law, investigating facts, and preparing legal documents. Carries out work of a routine nature, work is reviewed and evaluated by others.

Job Responsibilities

• 100% Legal Support
• Researches and analyzes law sources such as statutes, legal articles, recorded judicial decisions, constitutions and legal codes.
• Investigates facts and law of matter to determine causes of action and to prepare case accordingly.
• Prepares legal documents as directed by corporate counsel.
• Interacts with the Company’s management team regarding specific requests for legal advice and support.
• Establishes, monitors, and maintains case files. Documents communication with clients.
• Provides general clerical support as needed.
• This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the essential functions or duties related to this job

MINIMUM Requirements Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and/or a Paralegal Certificate from an accredited school preferred

Certification/License

• Certified or registered paralegal preferred.

Experience

• Required
• Four (4) years’ experience performing legal research and preparing legal documents for review, approval, and use by an attorney preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to effectively use law digests, law encyclopedias, statutes, and administrative regulations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handling sensitive matters with discretion and tact.
• Ability to interact with staff in a courteous and efficient manner.
• Ability to efficiently handle multiple tasks simultaneously, with attention to detail.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and legal writing requirements.
• Skilled in researching, analyzing, and preparing legal documents.
• Is trusted by others; keeps commitments to others
• Comes up with new ways to look at problems and processes in their work. Is open to new and different ways to accomplish work
• Works productively with minimal supervision; achieves work objectives in a timely manner
• Works to resolve routine problems promptly and effectively
• Responds positively and productively to new initiatives or changes in priorities
• Conveys facts and information clearly in written and spoken communications
• Shares viewpoints and information openly and listens attentively to others’ ideas and suggestions
• Communicates in a timely and effective manner with manager
• Welcomes ideas and input from others. Proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others as needed
• Relates to others in open and helpful manner; Consistently treat others with respect
• Maintains composure in challenging situations
• Acts within and upholds the SCI Code of Conduct and Dignity Promise Standards and demonstrates corporate values

Work CONDITIONS

Work Environment

• Work indoors during all seasons and weather conditions
• Comply with Corporate dress code policy
• Work Postures
• Sitting continuously for many hours per day, up to 6 hours per day
• Climbing stairs to access buildings frequently
• Physical Demands
• Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage
• Work Hours
• Working beyond “standard” hours as the need arises

Postal Code: 77019

Category (Portal Searching): Legal

Job Location: US-TX - Houston

#LEGAL