Paralegal, Disputes

Daikin Applied; Plymouth (MN); Hybrid; USD 48,216 - 79,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K retirement plan

Job summary

Daikin Applied, Plymouth, MN, Hybrid, seeks an experienced legal support professional to back the Disputes Team. You will organize files, manage discovery, draft essential documents, and support litigation reporting. The role emphasizes deadlines, confidentiality, and cross-functional collaboration.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in paralegal or legal support, strong communication, and data handling skills. Hybrid work in Minnesota, with rigorous attention to detail and project coordination.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or Certificate in Paralegal Studies or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in a legal support role.
• Strong organization and data-handling abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Intakes, organizes, and maintains files in matter management system.
• Runs reports and creates data visualizations for team metrics.
• Manages discovery: collection, organization, and preparation for production.
• Issues and manages litigation holds and related tasks.
• Drafts basic documents: correspondence, responses, affidavits, and settlement agreements.
• Maintains case files and documentation in the matter management system.
• Investigates facts and collects documents related to disputes.
• Maintains and submits litigation and compliance reports.
• Manages service of process and supports payments for settlements.
• Handles invoicing, calendaring, scheduling, and other administrative needs.

Skills

Analytical

Project management

Attention to detail

Time management

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Adaptability

Dependability

Professionalism

Education

Associates Degree or Paralegal Certificate

Job description

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!

This position provides essential legal support to the Disputes Team, ensuring timely and accurate handling of lawsuits, subpoenas, small claims, product claims, and related matters. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Location

Plymouth, MN - Hybrid

Your Responsibilities

• Intakes, organizes, and maintains files in matter management system
• Runs reports and prepares data visualizations for team metrics and KPIs
• Manages discovery, including the collection, organization, and preparation of data for production
• Issues and manages litigation holds
• Prepares drafts of basic documents, including correspondence, responses to discovery and subpoenas, affidavits and declarations, settlement agreements, and other documents
  Manage and maintain case files, records, and documentation within the matter management system
• Investigates facts and collects relevant documents relating to disputes
• Maintains and submits litigation and compliance reports.
• Manages service of process
• Works with Finance to process payments for legal settlements and other needs
• Manages administrative needs of the Disputes team, including invoicing, filing, calendaring, and scheduling meetings
• Assists with other projects as needed
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite

Your Qualifications

• Associates Degree or Certificate in Paralegal Studies or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience
• Analytical - Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Uses intuition and experience to complement data
• Project Management - Coordinates projects. Completes projects on time and budget
• Customer Service - Responds to requests for service and assistance. Meets commitments
• Interpersonal - Develops and maintains positive working relationships. Courteous and helpful. Works well with all levels of management. Maintains confidentiality
• Oral and Written Communication - Listens and obtains clarification. Is articulate and responds well to questions. Writes clearly and informatively. Produces professional written work product. Able to read and interpret written information
• Adaptability - Manages competing demands. Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Keeps commitments. Commits to extended hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan
• Innovation - Meets challenges with resourcefulness. Generates suggestions for improving work. Develops innovative approaches and ideas
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently
• Professionalism - Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions. Follows through on commitments

Your Benefits

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and company-paid holidays
• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

The typical hourly rate for this position ranges from $35.24- $58.04 in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade in which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!