Paralegal

GreenState Insurance Services LLC; North Liberty (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

GreenState Credit Union seeks a Paralegal to assist the legal team with research, document drafting, and file management. You will organize case files, review estates and trust docs for accounts, and help prepare briefs and contracts in a fast-paced environment.

You will coordinate CLE/licensing for attorneys and support the Chief Legal Officer in a collaborative team setting, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• Two-year college degree or paralegal studies completed.
• Three+ years of experience in a law firm setting.
• Thorough knowledge of legal principles, terminology, and research techniques.

Responsibilities

• Performs legal, factual, and records research.
• Prepares and reviews legal documents including briefs, pleadings, agreements, contracts and memoranda.
• Organizes, analyzes, cross-checks, and validates information.
• Reviews member documents regarding trust, estates and corporations for accounts.
• Coordinates and manages CLE and licensing requirements for attorneys.

Skills

Legal research

Document drafting

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Two-year college degree

Tools

EDMS

ECF

Electronic filing

Job description

Position Summary

Directly assists and collaborates with Attorney to provide legal and administrative support for GreenState Credit Union.

GREENSTATE CULTURE:

At GreenState,ourpurpose is to create lasting value for our members, our communities, and one another. We empower our teams to create opportunities that strengthen financial well-being, transform lives, and enhance the vitality of the communities we serve. We know our success- now andin the future isdeeplyrooted in fostering an engaging, diverse, and inclusive workplace where everyone knows they matter, their work makes an impact, and their everyday commitment tolivingour values is what brings our mission to life.

Pay range for this hourly position is $33.31 - $38.94/hr with a progressive benefits package.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs essential duties and responsibilities in the following areas which may include, but are not limited to those listed and are subject to change:

• Adheres to the Credit Union's core values and Service Standards in conducting GreenState's mission and vision.
• Demonstrates a positive member service (internal and external) focus at all times.
• Demonstrates teamwork in all interactions with coworkers and in the completion of all duties and responsibilities.
• Ensures confidentiality of member information.
• Supports a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Work closely with the Chief Legal Officer and / or Associate General Counsel in a team environment.
• Performs legal, factual, and records research.
• Identifies relevant judicial decisions, statutes, legal articles, codes and other pertinent material.
• Organizes, analyzes, cross-checks, and validates information.
• Prepares and reviews legal documents including briefs, pleadings, agreements, contracts and legal memoranda.
• Reads and interprets legal documentation and code to determine and draft the appropriate legal correspondence, claims, and responses, independently.
• Review member provided documents regarding trust, estates and corporations for account opening and ownership request.
• Builds, organizes, and maintains legal databases and case files.
• Reviews and monitors new and updated laws and regulations.
• Manages designated legal functions and coordinates delivery of legal services to other departments.
• The paralegal shall manage and review front line request for legal documents, contracts, estate, real estate and trust agreements.
• Coordinates and manages CLE and licensing requirements for attorneys.
• Assists with and prepares the In-House or External Attorney for hearings and trials.
• Plays a vital role in enriching the community by participating in community service organizations and/or Credit Union sponsored events on an annual basis.
• Performs any other duties as may be required to meet Credit Union objectives.

Job Requirements/Expectations

• A two-year college degree in a related field or completion of a specialized course in paralegal studies.
• Three or more years of similar or related experience in a law firm setting.
• Thorough knowledge of legal principles, practices, terminology, and research techniques.
• Knowledge and experience with the preparation of discovery materials and handling ESI.
• Practical experience with real property, conveyances and transfer.
• Practical experience with EDMS, ECF and electronic filing.
• In depth knowledge of local, state and federal rules of civil procedure.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills along with attention to detail and accuracy.
• The ability to serve as the legal liaison and subject matter expert to departments on a specific legal issue.
• Reports to work punctually, works all scheduled hours, and works overtime as necessitated by business demand.
• Proficiency with related computer applications, spreadsheets, word processing, and database applications.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to the Director Legal Services & Governance.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position is not responsible for the supervision of others.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

GreenState Credit Union is an EEO/AA Employer. We strongly encourage all individuals to apply for openings with the credit union. #LI #ID