Paralegal

Lakewood Church; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Signing bonus

Job summary

Lakewood Church is seeking a capable Legal Administrative Professional to support the Legal Department, coordinating calendars, drafting release documents, and handling routine research and clerical tasks. You will liaise with staff, manage communications, and assist in contract administration and records maintenance.

The role requires a paralegal certification or equivalent experience, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of directly related experience
• Commitment to Lakewood Church's vision, mission, values and core beliefs
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proactive self starter requiring minimal oversight
• Strong electronic file management skills
• Ability to conduct research via internet and legal platforms eg Bloomberg Practical Law

Responsibilities

• Departmental and Administrative Support
• Serve as liaison between the Legal Department and departmental staff and leaders
• Provide high level legal administrative support including legal research information requests and clerical functions
• Manage heavy calendars and coordinate meetings trainings and events with internal and external executives staff assistants and consultants
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects and follow through on issues in a timely manner
• Answer and route phone calls check voicemail return calls and respond to Legal Department emails
• Draft and distribute interdepartmental correspondence and emails
• Demonstrate strong customer service in dealing with the public and staff
• Perform general office support including copying faxing databases mail merges mass mailings meeting notes and agendas
• Deliver internal and external correspondence eg post office FedEx
• Coordinate miscellaneous and administrative mail for the Legal Department
• Perform general office duties special projects and other duties as assigned

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Research skills

Education

Paralegal Certification or equivalent

Tools

Bloomberg Practical Law

Job description

Salary

Salary Range 7500095000 annually Compensation Final compensation will be based on relevant experience qualifications and organizational needs

Relocation Assistance

Lakewood Church is prepared to consider relocation support for qualified candidates moving to the Houston area Support may include reasonable pre approved moving expenses travel temporary housing and other relocation related costs

Signing Bonus

Lakewood Church may offer a signing bonus to an exceptionally qualified candidate whose experience and capabilities closely match the needs of the Legal Department The amount and terms including payment timing and any applicable repayment obligation will be included in the written offer of employment

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Departmental and Administrative Support
• Serve as liaison between the Legal Department and departmental staff and leaders
• Provide high level legal administrative support including legal research information requests and clerical functions
• Manage heavy calendars and coordinate meetings trainings and events with internal and external executives staff assistants and consultants
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects and follow through on issues in a timely manner
• Answer and route phone calls check voicemail return calls and respond to Legal Department emails
• Draft and distribute interdepartmental correspondence and emails
• Demonstrate strong customer service in dealing with the public and staff
• Perform general office support including copying faxing databases mail merges mass mailings meeting notes and agendas
• Deliver internal and external correspondence eg post office FedEx
• Coordinate miscellaneous and administrative mail for the Legal Department
• Perform general office duties special projects and other duties as assigned

Financial and Travel Administration

• Prepare purchase orders contracts travel authorizations and check requests for the Legal Department
• Process expense reports and reimbursement requests
• Receive review and file monthly financial and budget reports
• Complete and submit annual insurance renewal applications
• Arrange travel lodging and transportation as needed

Meetings Communications and Presentations

• Facilitate conference calls in person meetings and related logistics
• Direct incoming and outgoing electronic communications
• Assist with preparation of presentation materials
• Draft letters memos policies board minutes and other documents and correspondence

Legal Documents Contracts and Records

• Draft and maintain various release documents
• Assist with trademark and copyright administration
• Create and update status timelines for claims and lawsuits
• Receive log and file executed contracts and maintain a contract log spreadsheet
• Assist in contract administration including city state federal national and global legal contracts and documents
• Maintain and update department specific spreadsheets and timelines
• Maintain and renew Sales and Use Tax certificates for select states

Copyright Media and Intellectual Property

• Assist in administration of the Copyright Department monitor respond to and maintain copyright email regarding use of copyrighted materials
• Conduct renewals of music and video licenses for use and publishing
• Manage copyrighted musical works and assist with overall music management for the church
• Maintain publishing permission agreements spreadsheets

Report fraudulent activity on social media platforms

• Assist with removal of fake social media sites websites and other infringing material as directed

Personnel Ministry and Internships

• Organize and facilitate the quarterly legal internship program
• Facilitate and maintain new and recurring ministerial ordinationlicensing for pastors staff and non staff

International Offices and External Relationships

• Assist in administration of international offices and facilitate communication between Lakewood Church and its international offices
• Establish and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships

Professional Expectations

• Handle sensitive and confidential information with tact discretion and diplomacy
• Work under pressure and time constraints while handling changing priorities
• Be willing to work extended hours when necessary and remain on call as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of directly related experience
• Commitment to Lakewood Churchs vision mission values and core beliefs
• High motivation attention to detail and flexibility
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proactive self starter requiring minimal oversight
• Strong electronic file management skills
• Ability to conduct research via internet and legal platforms eg Bloomberg Practical Law
• Ability to perform a wide range of secretarial and administrative functions needed for Legal Department operations
• Effective project management skills including prioritization and organization to meet deadlines
• Strong listening skills and ability to defuse handle or route calls appropriately
• Ability to think clearly analyze problems and escal…
• Professional appearance and conduct
• Courteous prompt and timely with strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage time effectively
• Proven ability to work independently and as a strong team player
• Strong commitment to confidentiality
• High critical thinking skills

Education

Paralegal Certification or equivalent work experience Some college preferred

Ministerial Duties

As an employee of Lakewood Church you are a part of an over 60 year legacy of faith As a part of the Lakewood team you are a key part of our mission in taking the hope found in Jesus to the world This means that as part of your job responsibilities you are considered a spiritual leader in the Church You are responsible for communicating the Churchs beliefs and our mission to our congregants to maintain a lifestyle consistent with the Scriptures and are required to belong to the Church as part of our faith community This will also include Regular attendance at Church services and classes Serving as a Prayer Partner or as a volunteer in any ministry of the Church and Serving our community through local outreaches from time to time when needed by the Church