Corporate Legal Assistant
Legal Extern Job 12 miles from Apex
Morningstar Law Group is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Corporate Legal Assistant for our Raleigh, NC office. This hybrid Legal Assistant/Paralegal position provides essential support to attorneys handling a wide range of corporate transactions across our mergers and acquisitions, FDA and healthcare regulatory, intellectual property, venture capital, startups, securities, and general corporate practice areas.
Key Responsibilities:
Efficiently plans, produces, edits, and formats legal documents, including correspondence, memoranda, and reports in a timely manner.
Conduct research on state-specific business licensing requirements for AEC entities.
Prepare and submit licensing applications and supporting documents for AEC entities and other regulated industries.
Prepare and file business entity formations, qualifications, dissolutions, and withdrawals.
Coordinate with vendors to obtain UCC and Federal tax lien searches.
Assist with document preparation, due diligence, and closings for M&A transactions.
Assemble closing document binders for clients.
Occasionally assist commercial real estate attorneys with Secretary of State document preparation and filing.
Maintain organized electronic and physical files, ensuring accurate record keeping of documents.
Qualification
Bachelor's degree and at least five years of related experience in a legal or corporate environment.
Strong research skills with the ability to analyze and interpret licensing requirements, corporate regulations, and transactional documents.
Familiarity with corporate entity structure, business filings, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Experience preparing and reviewing legal documents such as formation papers, licensing applications, and due diligence materials.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet strict deadlines.
Excellent organizational skills including record keeping and data collection, and system information.
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and manage projects from inception to completion.
Experience with Office 365 applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint,
Experience and proficiency with NetDocuments, Adobe, DocuSign and other document management/collaborative platforms.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly support diversity in our team. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
Residential Real Estate Paralegal
Legal Extern Job 12 miles from Apex
N. Raleigh residential real estate law firm looking for a self motivated multi tasker who enjoys working with people to include lenders, realtors and third party vendors. Paralegal experience preferred. Must have an excellent computer background and be highly organized. Position available for immediate start date.
Legal Assistant
Legal Extern Job 12 miles from Apex
*MUST HAVE NORTH CAROLINA COURT AND E-FILING EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED*
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Prepare documents by formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, printing, and transmitting text, data and graphics using office software applications.
* Knowledge of the legal processes that facilitate the accurate preparation of client documents
* Prepare and coordinate e-filings, as well as filings in state and federal courts if needed.
* Ensure that documents are saved and filed into the appropriate workspaces/folders
* Maintain the daily calendar of each attorney including, but not limited to, scheduling appointments and meetings
* Open files, close files and assist with conflicts checks.
* Provide support to the attorneys with timesheets and regular billing matters.
Education and Experience Required:
* A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required. An associate degree, certificate or related education is preferred.
* Five + year's secretarial or administrative experience in a law firm environment is preferred.
Qualifications and Skills Required:
* Strong knowledge of and ability to apply office software applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and PDF.
* Working knowledge of legal practices, terminology, documents and court procedures.
* Ability to interact and communicate effectively in a business environment.
* Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities from multiple sources.
* Excellent typing, spelling, grammar, proofreading, transcription and general clerical skills.
* Ability to coordinate work activities - prepare legal correspondence and documents; organize and maintain files and records.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
Legal Assistant
Legal Extern Job 12 miles from Apex
Our client, a national law firm, is seeking a Legal Assistant for their Raleigh, NC office. This is a permanent position offering a hybrid schedule.
Requirements:
Experience with professional liability, medical malpractice and/or employment cases are a plus.
Detailed knowledge of local, state, and federal court rules; and procedures for calendaring, docketing and filing.
Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, document management, and database software.
Experience in sophisticated litigation file management, including organization and maintenance of paperless files for multiple complex litigation matters.
Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize workload and efficiently handle multiple projects with competing deadlines
Demonstrate flexibility and initiative in anticipating attorney and case needs.
Experience working with court reporters and other vendors for depositions and trials.
Excellent communication and analytical skills.
Superior organizational skills including filing, calendaring, and proofreading.
Comfortable multi-tasking in a fast paced, team-structured environment.
Experience preparing basic legal documents.
Knowledge of iManage, Milana, and Chrome River is a plus.
Family Law Legal Assistant
Legal Extern Job 31 miles from Apex
Our busy legal firm is looking for an efficient, organized legal assistant to help our attorneys and paralegals assist our clients and ensure we're operating efficiently. You'll assist with the preparation of legal documents, and handle all office correspondence including answering phone calls and emails, arranging meetings and travel, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you have experience in a law firm environment, work well under pressure, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in the legal industry, we want to connect with you.
Responsibilities
Assist with the creation of various litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents a needed
Schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, make travel arrangements, and coordinate with outside vendors for events
Handle office correspondence and administrative tasks such as responding to emails and phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and letting the team know about upcoming deadlines
Be willing to take on any other necessary administrative tasks to help the firm run smoothly
Perform legal research, as needed, with help from attorneys and paralegals
Qualifications
***MUST BE BILINGUAL- ENGLISH & SPANISH***
Comfortable working with all Microsoft Office products
Organizational skills and communication skills are necessary for this position
Able to meet demanding deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Candidates must have worked with legal software, case management, and docketing programs
Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a law firm or office environment as an administrative assistant or secretary
Legal Assistant
Legal Extern Job 12 miles from Apex
Legal Administrative Process Clerk
Our client has an immediate need for a Legal Administrative Processing Clerk for their Raleigh office. The role is responsible for supporting the partners with administrative duties, filing and data entry.
The position is 40 hours a week and will start as a contract with the possibility of converting to a permanent employee after 6 months of successful employment with the firm. The position requires the candidate to be on site and their office is near Crabtree Valley Mall.
Once permanent, you will be eligible to participate in the firm's benefit package with medical, dental and 401k. No sponsorship or C2C arrangements available for this position.
This job will speak to you if you:
• Enjoy working in a collaborative environment
• Can learn quickly and have previous experience in a similar role
• Are resourceful in anticipating and meeting the needs of a busy law team
• Bring organization to the chaos around you through administrative efficiency
Responsibilities of the Legal Administrative Processing Assistant:
• Support partners in the legal firm by entering billable time in their cloud based software.
• Prepare and organize new files as they are received and upload into their software.
• Sort and organize files.
• Assist attorneys with preparation of documents for depositions
• Track time billed for attorneys
• Make copies and do other administrative duties as requested
Requirements for the Legal Administrative Processing Assistant:
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Previous experience in a law firm a plus
• Excellent verbal communication in English (written and verbal)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat
• Minimum two years of experience in a similar role
• Experience in a fast-paced organization
• Flexible and willing to help as needed
• Willing to work on site at the law firm and dress professionally
Qualified applicants please send a resume and salary requirements to Martha Michaux *************************.
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Trusts and Estates Paralegal
Legal Extern Job 49 miles from Apex
Our client, a reputable law firm in Southern Pines, NC, is seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant/Paralegal with experience in trust & estates to join their team. This role will support two partners and will involve a blend of administrative and paralegal duties.
Key Responsibilities:
Reviewing wills, trusts, county records, and other related documents
Preparing and filing probate forms
Administering estates
Entering time
If you have trust & estates experience and are looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply!
2025 Legal Internship
Legal Extern Job 12 miles from Apex
Legal Internship
North Carolina Justice Center
The North Carolina Justice Center seeks three law student interns to help us carry out our mission. This opportunity is for the summer of 2025. This is a hybrid opportunity where interns will be required to work in the office at least two days per week. We will review applications in early December 2024, conducting interviews on a rolling basis, positions will be open until filled.
About the NC Justice Center
The North Carolina Justice Center is a progressive research and advocacy organization dedicated to expanding opportunity and protecting the rights of low-income individuals in North Carolina. For over 20 years, the Justice Center has been on the front lines in the courts, at the legislature, in the media, and communities advocating for positive changes for poor and working North Carolinians. The Justice Center has played a primary role in most of the state's major policy debates and successfully litigated hundreds of individual cases and class actions. For more information, visit ******************
Legal Internships: Legal interns work with NCJC staff on a variety of issues:
• Legal research and writing
• Litigation support
• Drafting model legislation
• Legislative research
• Assistance with lobbying efforts
• Research for policy reports or briefs
• Communication with clients and constituents
• Other related legal duties as assigned
Requirements
Qualifications:
Legal interns must have a college undergraduate degree and completed at least one year of an accredited law school. Strong writing and analytical skills and ability to work with others are critical. Spanish proficiency is desirable.
Compensation
:
The North Carolina Justice Center is a non-profit organization entirely dependent on grants and donations, consequently we encourage candidates to apply for funding through their schools and explore alternate funding opportunities. Nevertheless, the Justice Center provides limited funding to interns based on needs.
The Justice Center is an equal opportunity employer. People of color and individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for available positions. The Justice Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic background, citizenship status, veteran status, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability.
Legal Intern
Legal Extern Job 18 miles from Apex
Internship Description
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Aspida Holdings Ltd., through its subsidiaries (collectively “Aspida”), is focused on providing retirement and reinsurance solutions, having operations in the U.S. and Bermuda with total assets of $16.6 billion as of June 30, 2024. Aspida, through its U.S. platform - Aspida Life Insurance Company - is focused on leveraging technology and agility to help clients achieve - and protect - their dreams. Its Bermuda-based reinsurance platform, Aspida Life Re, is focused on providing efficient and secure life and annuity reinsurance solutions. Aspida seeks to be a trusted partner in its clients' financial security while driving its growth by doing good for the communities it serves. Aspida is backed by Ares Management Corporation, which, through the Ares Insurance Solutions team, provides dedicated investment management, capital solutions and corporate development support. For more information, please visit aspida.com or follow them on LinkedIn, Facebook.
Who We Are:
Sometimes, a group of people come together and create something amazing. They don't let egos get in the way. They don't settle for the status quo, and they don't complain when things get tough. Instead, they see a common vision for the future and each person makes an unspoken commitment to building that future together. That's the culture, the moxie, and the story of Aspida.
Our business focuses on annuities and life insurance. At first, it might not sound flashy, but that's why we're doing things differently than everyone else in our industry. We're dedicated to developing data-driven tech solutions, providing amazing customer experiences, and applying an entrepreneurial spirit to everything we do. Our work ethic is built on three main tenets: Get $#!+ Done, Do It with Moxie, and Have Fun. If this sounds like the place for you, read on, and then apply at aspida.com/careers.
What We Are Looking For:
This position will assist the Legal and Compliance team with legal research, contract drafting and negotiation, project management, and governance. This role reports to the Chief Legal Officer and is required to be onsite in our Durham, NC office three days a week at our Durham, NC headquarters.
What You Will Do:
Conduct legal research related to the insurance industry.
Assist in drafting and negotiating contracts.
Support the Legal and Compliance team on legal and regulatory initiatives.
Participate in meetings and projects across Aspida.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, Diversity Principles, Corporate Integrity, and other policies.
Maintain confidentiality of company information.
What We Provide:
Competitive Pay
Full-Time, Hourly
10-week Program
What We Believe:
At Aspida Financial Services, LLC, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, Aspida does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.
Requirements
What We Require:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Currently enrolled in ABA accredited law school.
Analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
Strong Interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook applications.
Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
Legal Intern
Legal Extern Job 12 miles from Apex
SitusAMC is where the best and most passionate people come to transform our client's businesses and their own careers. Whether you're a real estate veteran, a passionate technologist, or looking to get your start, join us as we work together to realize opportunities for everyone, we proudly serve.
At SitusAMC, we are looking to match your unique experience with one of our amazing careers, so that we can help you realize your potential and career growth within the Real Estate Industry. If you are someone who can be yourself, advocate for others, stay nimble, dream big, own every outcome, and think global but act local - come join our team!
The internship role provides in-depth exposure to SitusAMC and other areas of the business where the candidate will receive guidance and work closely with experienced professionals.
**Position Overview:**
This position will provide support to Legal Department attorneys and other professionals on contracts, projects, and other assigned matters. The intern in this position will work with legal and business partners across the company in furtherance of the firm's business objectives in a collaborative and full-service in-house legal department.
This is a full-time internship taking place from June 2nd - August 22nd (12 weeks).
**Essential Job Functions:**
+ Review, analyze, draft responses, and negotiate requests for revisions to various agreements (including but not limited to NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, and vendor agreements) and identify exceptions for review by attorneys in line with applicable guidelines. Provide recommendations relating to any exceptions or escalations
+ Maintain and revise contract templates for review by in-house attorneys, as necessary
+ Lead and support various ad hoc projects within the Legal department
+ Assist in maintaining contract and document management systems
+ Communicate and collaborate with Sales, Finance, and other supporting cross-functional teams to answer questions and resolve issues related to commercial contracts
+ Draft form contracts and correspondence using proper template and within established service levels
+ Assist in mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions, including due diligence, as needed
+ Support other Legal professionals as needed, including but not limited to preparing PowerPoint presentations, spreadsheets and other materials and communications, policy and process communications, litigation hold notices, and other matters, as needed
+ Have strong knowledge and understanding of department policies and procedures as they relate to job function
+ Consistently ensure that business is always conducted with integrity
+ Such other activities as may be assigned by your manager and/or department attorneys
**Qualifications/ Requirements:**
+ Graduate Student in good academic standing
+ Minimum GPA of 3.0
+ Attending law school
+ Must demonstrate high academic achievement, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills
Note: This is not intended to be all inclusive or exclusive. At any time, employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization and participate in additional trainings.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all inclusive or exclusive. At any time, employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization and participate in additional trainings. SitusAMC does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms or any third parties. Any unsolicited resume submitted to SitusAMC in any manner will be considered SitusAMC property, and SitusAMC will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
The annual full time base salary range for this role is
$20.00 - $25.00
Specific compensation is determined through interviews and a review of relevant education, experience, training, skills, geographic location and alignment with market data. Additionally, certain positions may be eligible to receive a discretionary bonus as determined by bonus program guidelines, position eligibility and SitusAMC Senior Management approval. SitusAMC offers PTO and paid holidays, the terms of which are set forth in the program policies. All full time employees also are eligible to participate in various benefit plans, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance and 401K; in each case in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
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SitusAMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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SitusAMC does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms or any third parties. Any unsolicited resume submitted to SitusAMC in any manner will be considered SitusAMC property, and SitusAMC will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
Head of Legal, North America
Legal Extern Job 6 miles from Apex
UPL Limited (NSE: UPL & BSE: 512070, LSE: UPLL) is a global provider of sustainable agriculture products and solutions, with annual revenue exceeding $6bn. We are a purpose-led company. Through OpenAg, UPL is focused on accelerating progress for the food system. We are building a network that is reimagining sustainability, redefining the way an entire industry thinks and works - open to fresh ideas, innovation, and new answers as we strive towards our mission to make every single food product more sustainable. As one of the largest agriculture solutions companies worldwide, our robust portfolio consists of biologicals and traditional crop protection solutions with more than 14,000 registrations. We are present in more than 130 countries, represented by more than 10,000 colleagues globally. For more information about our integrated portfolio of solutions across the food value chain including seeds, post-harvest, as well as physical and digital services, please visit upl-ltd.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
JOB SUMMARY: The incumbent will serve as Legal Business Partner to the Regional Business Head of NA and will be a member of the NA Regional Leadership Team. He/she will advise the region on the strategic and day-to-day commercial and corporate legal needs of UPL's businesses in the U.S. and Canada. They will work closely with key regional leaders and management responsible for sales and marketing, regulatory matters, new product development/IP, human resources, supply chain, and other matters, both strategic and operational, as well as a broad array of compliance matters within the North America Business Unit. They will also support UPL's Global Alliances team in cooperation with the Chief Legal Officer and other regional legal colleagues.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Negotiating and drafting product sales and distribution agreements, supply agreements, and other commercial agreements required in the ordinary course of business.
* Advising management and ensuring compliance with corporate policies and procedures regarding corporate governance; developing and delivering live compliance training, including antitrust, sanctions, anti-bribery, conflicts of interest, privacy, etc.
* Advising management regarding legal aspects of human resources matters.
* Advising management on and drafting development, material transfer, and other agreements in connection with research and development and regulatory matters, including at UPL's OpenAg center.
* Managing litigation (including IP litigation), claims, and outside counsel; managing legal budget.
* Driving process, documentation, and compliance improvements to support the business needs.
* Manage legal matters pertaining to Global Alliances area and assist the Chief Legal Officer with projects that are regional or global in nature, including in areas of licensing, acquisitions, finance, and other global agreements.
* Position will manage junior resources to be determined.
* Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
* JD degree from ABA-accredited law school and active membership in at least one US state bar.
* 11+ years of practicing attorney experience with focus on commercial and corporate law (law firm or in-house); experience in life science industry (especially agriculture) a plus.
* Confident cross-functional generalist able to identify and practically address issues and risk with an understanding of the business's risk tolerance and goals; self-starter with a drive to improve process.
* Experience with US and global business and compliance issues in a multinational/matrixed company environment.
* Strong collaborator and communicator able to build relationships in region and in UPL's global business.
* Ability and willingness to contribute expertise and support as a member of the global legal department.
* Excellent drafting and communication skills, clear and concise written and verbal communications.
Travel: Must be able to travel up to 10% of the time
UPL COMPETENCIES:
* Adaptability & Resilience: Recognizes and is open to changing circumstances and alters behavior and scales up as necessary; increases personal awareness and appreciation of individual and cultural differences to create an open, inclusive, and accepting workplace.
* Entrepreneurial Mindset: Has a creative mindset and ability to think holistically, takes calculated risks and maximizes opportunities.
* Results Orientations: Takes action, pursues goals with persistence and achieves results; communicates goals and vision to the team to drive enthusiasm and ambition.
* Execution Excellence: Enhances the speed of execution and builds efficiency in processes, systems and people; has sharp focus on quality-orientation.
* Strategic Orientation: Demonstrates knowledge of the social, economic, and environmental factors and how they impact the business. Identifies key issues that could impact the business and develops strategy through an analytical lens / design thinking.
* Building Teams and Talent: Empowers colleagues through knowledge sharing and delegation, quickly establishing rapport; provides recognition for achievements and accomplishments.
* Customer Centricity: Understands the customer needs and pain points, fulfills the needs and expectations by focusing on creating value for customers.
We are one team, for maximum impact. One team with shared goals. We all play for the team and no one plays against the team. We have a laser-like focus on what our customers need and want, on anticipating their future needs and on how we can create innovative solutions and experiences for them. #UPLJobs
Corporate Legal Administrator- 3017349
Legal Extern Job 12 miles from Apex
Job Title: Corporate Legal Administrator
Salary/Payrate: $55-63K and AWESOME benefits!!!
Work Environment: Hybrid (2 days WFH)
Term: Permanent / Fulltime
Bachelor's degree required: Yes
Referral Fee: $500.00
JOB DESCRIPTION #LI-MG1
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Corporate Legal Assistant for their Raleigh, NC office. This hybrid Legal Assistant/Paralegal position provides essential support to attorneys handling a wide range of corporate transactions across our mergers and acquisitions, FDA and healthcare regulatory, intellectual property, venture capital, startups, securities, and general corporate practice areas.
Key Responsibilities:
Efficiently plans, produces, edits, and formats legal documents, including correspondence, memoranda, and reports in a timely manner.
Conduct research on state-specific business licensing requirements for AEC entities.
Prepare and submit licensing applications and supporting documents for AEC entities and other regulated industries.
Prepare and file business entity formations, qualifications, dissolutions, and withdrawals.
Coordinate with vendors to obtain UCC and Federal tax lien searches.
Assist with document preparation, due diligence, and closings for M&A transactions.
Assemble closing document binders for clients.
Occasionally assist commercial real estate attorneys with Secretary of State document preparation and filing.
Maintain organized electronic and physical files, ensuring accurate record keeping of documents.
Qualification
Bachelor's degree and at least five or more years of related experience in a legal or corporate environment.
Strong research skills with the ability to analyze and interpret licensing requirements, corporate regulations, and transactional documents.
Familiarity with corporate entity structure, business filings, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Experience preparing and reviewing legal documents such as formation papers, licensing applications, and due diligence materials.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet strict deadlines.
Excellent organizational skills including record keeping and data collection, and system information.
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and manage projects from inception to completion.
Experience with Office 365 applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint,
Experience and proficiency with NetDocuments, Adobe, DocuSign and other document management/collaborative platforms.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
Bank Legal Clerk
Legal Extern Job 12 miles from Apex
Bank Legal Clerk needs bank/financial experience
Bank Legal Clerk requires:
GED/high school diploma
Legal experience
Basic bank/financial experience
Administrative support
Onsite role
Reviews legal documentation to determine the nature of the request and the necessary subsequent action
Communicates and clarifies legal requests to clients
Compiles, evaluates, and maintains legal or court-related documentation.
Ensures accurate tracking and reporting of all requests for compliance purposes, including tracking of incoming and outgoing communications.
Analyze and give verbal or written explanations of sourced information
Legal Assistant
Legal Extern Job 45 miles from Apex
As Legal Assistant on the Litigation team, you will be responsible for, handling the processes related to each case, filing documents on behalf of the attorney and following up with all applicable parties in a professional and timely way. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
following essential functions:
Request and collect all information from clients and courts
Schedule court dates as required
Coordinate dates for depositions and conference calls
Correspond with clients, attorneys and courts in a timely manner
Address questions from clients, courts, and other attorneys
Close and submit billing for the file upon completion
Required Competencies
Ethics & Integrity
Productivity & Hard Work
Effective Communication
Adaptability
Commitment to Excellence
Knowledge & Skills
Positive Interpersonal Relationships
Minimum Qualifications
3-5 years of experience in litigation and drafting of pleadings and discovery
Must have basic computer proficiency, MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex legal and business documents
Ability to manage several projects simultaneously
Ability to work independently and collaborate with others
Ability to identify problems, establish facts, and collect data
Strong attention to detail
Basic math skills to insure billings are accurate
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Skills &;Experience - These are additional skills and experience that are not required to hold
this position, but may provide candidates who possess them an edge over candidates who do not.
Experience with LPS, BKFS or other related client databases
Oral advocacy
Legal writing
Work Environment
This job operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands
This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files (up to 15 lbs), open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary, operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
Court Maintenance
Legal Extern Job 12 miles from Apex
Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central purpose of building relationships and enriching the lives of our members, guests and more than 17,000 employees. We are the largest owner and operator of private clubs nationwide, with 150+ country clubs, city clubs, and athletic clubs. Our Clubs offer first-class amenities, including championship golf courses, modern workspaces, handcrafted cuisine, resort-style pools, state-of-the-art racquet facilities, fitness centers, and much more. Come be a part of this incredible and inclusive team at Invited!
Job Summary:
The Court Maintenance team works on a diverse range of activities involved in the upkeep of the tennis/pickleball courts, including areas surrounding the courts and performs related tasks as required. Provides a clean, safe, and secure environment within the Tennis/Pickleball courts area, such that Members and Guests can feel relaxed and at home.
Day-to-Day:
Maintain courts in a professional manner and ensure that the environment is consistently safe for all those who use the facility.
Complete assigned tasks that range from simple to more complex such as but not limited to: brush and line tennis courts, blowing off sidewalks, pulling weeds, repairing fences, carpentry work, reapply clay, resurface courts, etc.
Operate, maintain, and clean equipment and power tools in accordance with operating instructions and safety rules.
Always maintain the appropriate levels of tennis/pickleball area amenities. This includes, but is not limited to towels, cups, ice, and coolers.
To maintain all equipment in proper working condition and in compliance with local health codes.
Responsible for seeing that daily assignments are completed in the respective areas, to meet Club standards and as communicated in the Star Service FOCUS expectations (i.e. no trash/debris on courts, etc.).
About You:
Previous maintenance experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Have more questions? Check out our Invited Jobs website for more details about ClubLife, the Employee Experience, Company Benefits, and Our Culture. Be a part of our Social Networks: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook
Invited is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer / Invited participates in E-Verify.
The job posting outlines the general requirements for this position and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Additional duties not mentioned here may be assigned as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the Club.
Court Maintenance
Legal Extern Job 12 miles from Apex
Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central purpose of building relationships and enriching the lives of our members, guests and more than 17,000 employees. We are the largest owner and operator of private clubs nationwide, with 150+ country clubs, city clubs, and athletic clubs. Our Clubs offer first-class amenities, including championship golf courses, modern workspaces, handcrafted cuisine, resort-style pools, state-of-the-art racquet facilities, fitness centers, and much more. Come be a part of this incredible and inclusive team at Invited!
Job Summary:
The Court Maintenance team works on a diverse range of activities involved in the upkeep of the tennis/pickleball courts, including areas surrounding the courts and performs related tasks as required. Provides a clean, safe, and secure environment within the Tennis/Pickleball courts area, such that Members and Guests can feel relaxed and at home.
Day-to-Day:
* Maintain courts in a professional manner and ensure that the environment is consistently safe for all those who use the facility.
* Complete assigned tasks that range from simple to more complex such as but not limited to: brush and line tennis courts, blowing off sidewalks, pulling weeds, repairing fences, carpentry work, reapply clay, resurface courts, etc.
* Operate, maintain, and clean equipment and power tools in accordance with operating instructions and safety rules.
* Always maintain the appropriate levels of tennis/pickleball area amenities. This includes, but is not limited to towels, cups, ice, and coolers.
* To maintain all equipment in proper working condition and in compliance with local health codes.
* Responsible for seeing that daily assignments are completed in the respective areas, to meet Club standards and as communicated in the Star Service FOCUS expectations (i.e. no trash/debris on courts, etc.).
About You:
* Previous maintenance experience.
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Legal Practice Assistant
Legal Extern Job 12 miles from Apex
Job Details Raleigh, NC Full Time High SchoolDescription
Responsible for providing administrative support for the Economic Development Practice Group
Essential Job Functions:
Ability to respond quickly to changing demands and be self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Excellent document management skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Professional oral and written communication skills.
Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.
Skilled at dealing with clients.
Able to work in a fast-paced team environment and manage deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and Adobe; PowerPoint a plus.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Formatting briefs, pleadings and other legal documents
Keeping track of attorney time records and billing
Filing legal documents (e-filling skills are required)
Transcribing dictation
Corresponding with clients
Maintaining calendars
Open new files and client matters
Request conflict of interest checks
Maintain all client and general files
Maintain client contact when appropriate
Work closely with other administrative support staff (conflicts, records, office services, etc.)
Receive clients and visitors; maintains good public relations with clients; observes confidentiality of attorney-client relationship
Proof read documents
Educational and Experience Requirements:
High School diploma required.
5 years of legal experience is required
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
In office position
Ability to work extended hours when necessary.
Normal office environment; no unusual physical demands.
Legal Assistant
Legal Extern Job 12 miles from Apex
Our valued client is seeking a Legal Assistant in Raleigh to support a group of attorneys within the Litigation practice group through the performance of complex secretarial, administrative, and substantive legal duties under the supervision and direction of the attorneys.
Job Description:
Leverage technology resources to ensure the group of attorneys is operating as efficiently and effectively as possible.
Identify most efficient and effective manner to complete tasks.
Prepare documents by formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, printing, and transmitting text, data and graphics using office software applications.
Knowledge of the legal processes that facilitate the accurate preparation of client documents and responding to filing or closing deadlines.
Prepare and coordinate e-filings, as well as filings in state and federal courts if needed.
Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes and scan documents.
Ensure that documents are saved and filed into the appropriate workspaces/folders in FileSite and paper file.
Maintain the daily calendar of each attorney including, but not limited to, scheduling appointments, meetings and travel arrangements.
Maintain Outlook contacts for each attorney as appropriate.
Open files, close files and assist with conflicts checks.
Provide support to the attorneys with timesheets and regular billing matters.
Request reimbursement for attorneys through ChromeRiver and for client costs through Accounts Payable.
Maintain a good working rapport with clients and court personnel which requires discretion and judgment.
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job. Flexibility to work OT as driven by Litigation practice needs.
Qualifications and Skills Required:
At least 5 years secretarial experience in a law firm environment is preferred, including experience with e-filing in federal or state courts.
Strong knowledge of and ability to apply office software applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and PDF.
Working knowledge of legal practices, terminology, documents and court procedures.
Working knowledge of the firm's support tools.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively in a business environment.
Flexible, solutions-oriented approach and the ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities from multiple sources.
Excellent typing, spelling, grammar, proofreading, transcription and general clerical skills.
Ability to coordinate work activities; prepare legal correspondence and documents; organize and maintain files and records.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including personal computer, copier, multi-function printers, facsimile, and telephone.
A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required. An associate degree, certificate or related education is preferred. Significant prior experience may be substituted for a combination of the educational requirements.
Performance Measures:
The Legal Assistant will be evaluated by the attorneys in the work group and the Office Manager based upon, but not limited, to the following performance criteria:
Ability to perform responsibilities as outlined above, both in terms of the quality and quantity of work.
Expertise with available software and technology tools, understanding of secretarial and office procedures; equipment; legal terminology; attention to detail.
Dependability and cooperation with attorneys, clients and other support staff.
Adherence to office policies and procedures.
Professionalism and ability to communicate effectively and handle multiple priorities.
To Apply: If you are interested in being considered for an onsite interview with our client, we welcome you to submit your resume and application today. All inquiries will be held in the strictest of confidence. Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Legal Assistant
Legal Extern Job 12 miles from Apex
Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of practices, protocols, and terminology unique to the legal profession. Knowledge of higher education environments and understanding of the University system. Familiarity of Business Operations at NCSU including use of Clio, MyPack Portal System, PeopleSoft, Marketplace, or other similar systems. Experience in event planning and logistics involving on/off-site meetings. Notary Public Commission
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday; 9:00am-3:30pm
Administrative Assistant/Legal Practice Assistant
Legal Extern Job 12 miles from Apex
Robinson Bradshaw has an exciting opportunity to join our Raleigh office as an Administrative Assistant/Legal Practice Assistant. This person will play a pivotal role in our Raleigh office and provide growth opportunities within the firm. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, positive, and resourceful and enjoys being the “go-to” person. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced and upbeat environment, and have experience working in an office, we'd love to talk with you!
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide administrative and legal practice support to assigned group of lawyers
Draft, prepare, edit and proofread all types of written communications for context, grammar, typographic, punctuation and spelling errors as assigned by attorneys or paralegals without being instructed to do so.
Monitor and create requests to administrative departments (Document Services, Service Center, Legal Records, etc.)
Maintain internal filing systems for electronic and paper documents; establish and maintain calendar and deadline reminder systems
Process attorney time entries, expense reports and check requests; monitor and track process for timely client billing; proof billing sheets; review accuracy of bills
Answer and screen telephone calls; read, sort and date incoming mail and deliveries; prepare and route outgoing mail in a timely way to meet deadlines of various delivery services; prepare and submit files via Secure File Transfer
Open new clients/matters, process and complete conflict of interest and audit checks; maintain efficient and organized paper filing systems; track status of files and proper disposition. Prepare files to be closed and coordinate with file room personnel
Receive clients and visitors; make arrangements for conference rooms, catering and technology
Handle seminar registrations and attendance; assist with travel arrangements; Coordinate attorney attendance for CLE, both locally and out-of-town
Assist with organizing materials for client development presentations
Coordinate and monitor filings with government entities and clerk's offices
Provide administrative support to attorneys not usually assigned; follow guidelines on coverage support for various practice groups; participate in orientation for new attorneys regarding workflow processes, firm resources and solutions
Provide support for overload relief with other administrative assistants or Document Services as requested
Attend and complete in-house training for software usage as mandated and/or on a volunteer basis
Participate in and complete web-based online learning coursework as directed by firm management; successfully complete periodic knowledge checks of firm software programs; participate in certification assessments
Perform all other reasonable and customary legal practice assistant tasks as assigned by attorneys or management
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
A minimum 2-3 years of administrative support required, with preference given to candidates with legal or professional services experience
Bachelor's degree preferred
A positive attitude with a focus on finding solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to actively listen and proofread all written communication for spelling, grammar, and context
Above-average technical skills with MS Office and other programs. (Aderant, Kofax Power PDF, UltiPro Knowledge desirable but will train)
Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when evaluating legal projects
Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate in person, by e-mail and telephone and follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of clients, attorneys and staff and work together as a cohesive team
Ability to prioritize competing tasks and balance multiple projects simultaneously and take ownership of all projects through completion
Work occasionally requires more than 37.5 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position; may require irregular hours