Senior Paralegal

Sodexo; North Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Senior Paralegal to support the Commercial Litigation Team within the Corporate Legal Department. The role focuses on case management, document review, and coordinating subpoenas and productions, while assisting attorneys on bankruptcy matters and related investigations.

You will conduct factual and legal research, prepare reports, and interact with internal teams to translate legal needs into actionable workflows. A collaborative, fast-paced environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certification required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Experience with e-discovery and document review platforms.
• Familiarity with Westlaw or similar research methods.
• Experience using PACER is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case management and document review.
• Respond to subpoenas and coordinate document productions.
• Draft correspondence, litigation holds, and reports.
• Identify and review relevant documents for discovery.
• Conduct factual and legal research and present findings.
• Support bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 11 when needed.
• Maintain case management databases and quarterly reports.
• Collaborate with legal, IT, finance, and HR teams.

Skills

Case management

Legal research

Oral & written communication

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Paralegal Certification

Bachelor's degree preferred

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Westlaw

PACER

Docusign

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

e-discovery platforms

Job description

About the jobThe Senior Paralegal for the Commercial Litigation Team supports commercial litigation attorneys in the Corporate Legal Department and assists them with case management of all commercial litigation and bankruptcy matters.Primary ResponsibilitiesAssist attorneys with case managementRespond to subpoenas and coordinate/manage to document productionsDraft correspondence, litigation hold notices, and ad hoc reportsIdentify, compile, and review relevant documents for discovery and other purposesAssist with case investigationo Conduct factual and legal researcho Document and present findings and opinions to attorneyso Assist in contract and other document review, including electronic reviewo Assist in witness interviewso Conduct e-discovery, document review, and document productionPreserve and collect custodial dataAssume primary responsibility for managing low exposure cases and bankruptcies o Prepare and file claims in small bankruptcy matters o Track distributions and monitor relevant pleadingsUnder direction of an attorney, resolve routine legal issuesMaintain case management databaseUpdate and coordinate quarterly case reportsOrganize electronic files of important case documentsAssist attorneys and outside counsel on special projectsAssist with the creation of systems to help organize flow of paper/documents/legal billsAct as a bridge between legal and technical teams,. translating legal needs into technical requirementsThe role of an individual contributor within the organization focuses on completing specific tasks and projects; contributing directly through their skills and expertise. Performs specialized technical tasks to support operations. Work is primarily achieved independently, however may collaborate with a team.Pay Range: $37.31 per hour - $48.28 per hourWhat’s in it for youWork in a collaborative and supportive legal team environment.Gain hands-on exposure to legal case management and research activities.Partner closely with experienced attorneys on active legal matters.Build familiarity with legal documentation, reporting, and workflows.Develop practical experience with databases and legal operations processes.What you’ll bringParalegal Certification requiredBachelor's Degree preferredAt least 3 years of commercial litigation experience (with experience supporting in-house litigation teams preferred)Experience with e-discovery and document review technology platformsStrong oral and written communication skillsExperience with Chapter 11 Bankruptcies (creditors’ rights) is a plus, but not required (will train otherwise qualified candidate)Familiarity with Westlaw or comparable research methodologyExperience using PACER is a plusStrong computer skills (familiar with Word and Excel, and Docusign)Experience with use of matter management system is a plusExcellent analytical and organizational skillsProfessional demeanorAble to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneouslyAble to work independently and as part of a teamAble to collaborate across different business units such legal, IT finance, and human resourcesRequirementsEducation Requirement: Associate's degree or equivalent experienceRelated Experience: 2 yearsWhat we offerCompensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition ReimbursementMore extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.Who we areAt Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.