Paralegal

Service Corporation International; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Corporation International is seeking a Legal Support professional to back the corporate counsel with research, document preparation, and case management. You will research statutes and cases, prepare legal documents, and maintain case files for multiple matters while coordinating with management on requests for legal advice.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, accuracy, and timely handling of routine tasks within a professional legal team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Certified or registered paralegal preferred.
• Four years’ experience performing legal research and preparing documents for attorney review.

Responsibilities

• Research statutes, legal articles, and cases to prepare matters for action.
• Prepare legal documents as directed by corporate counsel and maintain case files.
• Interact with management on requests for legal advice and support.
• Provide general clerical support and ensure timely, accurate handling of tasks.
• Document communications with clients and safeguard confidentiality.

Skills

Legal research

Documentation

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Oral and written instructions

Legal terminology

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate

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

Who we are. What we do. We are a company committed to supporting families at difficult times. Nowhere will you find a group of caregivers and teams more passionate about the work they do or more invested in the well-being of the families they serve. The Dignity Memorial name is a symbol of trust and a mark of excellence. As the largest provider of funeral, cemetery and cremation services in North America, we're dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of every loved one with professionalism, compassion and attention to detail that is second to none.

“SCI” refers to Service Corporation International and its affiliates.

Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V SCI Shared Resources, LLC is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. On request, we will seek to provide appropriate accessibility options to all applicants with disabilities.