Location
Indiana | United States
Job description
Great news! Schillings is currently looking for a full-time Paralegal at our Saint John, IN location. We offer competitive pay along with opportunities for advancement. This position will collaborate with our in-house General Counsel to handle litigation and corporate matters, contracts, corporate, and other areas handled by the Legal Department. The ideal candidate will be organized, proactive, detail-oriented and have a positive attitude; as well as be able to work collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a fast-paced department. This position will be onsite Monday-Friday.
Responsibilities:
- Drafting, reviewing and filing pleadings, motions, and other pre- and post-judgment litigation documents.
- Drafting, issuing and answering discovery, subpoenas or other document requests.
- Reviewing, drafting, and editing of contracts and policies.
- Drafting corporate documents such as annual reports, resolutions, operating agreements, and corporate governance documents and handling all state filings.
- Conducting legal research for litigation matters, regulatory requirements and general legal matters required by Schillings.
- Assist Human Resources Department on policy and legal-related issues.
- Collaborating with Accounts Receivable Department in analyzing new accounts, as well as tracking and reviewing sworn statements, mechanic's lien notices, releases, and waivers.
- Maintain and document all records of the Legal Department, including monitoring all claims and deadlines.
- Handling administrative tasks and matter intake for the Legal Department.
- Drafting and reviewing all real estate related documents for Schilling Development and assist with any filings for governmental approval.
- Assisting with legal needs of The Shrine of Christ's Passion.
Education, Experience & Requirements:
- Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 7 years relevant corporate and litigation experience, such as civil litigation, contract review, employment matters, real estate, corporate governance; in-house experience is a plus.
- Superior understanding of MS Office and/or Office 365 suite and ability to use web-based programs.
- Ability to redline and format legal documents as required for the legal department and/or court filings.
- Strong analytical skills with ability to learn new systems and processes.
- Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with employees, customers, and business partners.
- Demonstrable history of honesty, trustworthiness, and integrity
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree and paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved school is preferred.
- Familiarity with both Illinois and Indiana legal procedures is preferred.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life insurance & short-term disability
- 401k with profit sharing
- PTO & paid holidays
- Sponsored lunch events
- Company discounts
MISSION - Give our customers what they want, on time and error-free
Schillings provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, military status, unfavorable discharge from military status, sex, marital status, disability, order of protection status, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. Schillings is a drug-free workplace.
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