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Belcan Paralegal in Coralville, Iowa
Paralegal
Job Number: 351552
Category: Professional First / Mid Mgmt
Description: Job Title: Paralegal
Pay Rate: Up to $36.66/hr DoE
Location: Coralville, IA
ZIP Code: 52241
Start Date: Right Away
Job Type: Contract - 5 months
Keywords: #Paralegal #PharmaceuticalJobs
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direction of an attorney, resolves routine legal issues.
Researches and analyzes law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties and constitutions.
Researches and analyzes legal codes to prepare legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, etc.
Help conduct reviews of routine materials, coordinate legal reviews of complex materials, and ensure that necessary changes are made in a timely manner.
Will assist with research tasks related to the interpretation and application of laws and regulations.
Work closely with the Counsels to provide general administrative support
Support specified function by coordinating with outside counsel and serving as initial legal department contact for any correspondence
Draft correspondence and amendments to documents; work closely with Counsels and business units to respond to any requests, preparing documentation and managing files
Manage tracking of all official legal matters in process or closed, monitoring calendar of cases to meet upcoming deadlines
Maintain all legal files and retrieve archived files/information as requested
Manage all types of daily correspondence to ensure timely response, appropriate prioritization and attention by Counsel
Organize and arrange schedules for team, coordinate calendars, trip planning, travel, appointments and meetings Interact with personnel locally with Legal team, internal business staff, and outside consulting and law firms
Accurately follow complex processes for handling legal matters in a compliant manner
May lead and direct the work of others.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A Minimum of 4 years demonstrated administrative experience in a corporate or professional business environment, supporting the activities of a department/team or manager.
Strong time management skills.
Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast paced environment.
Strong oral and written English communication skills, including grammar and composition.
Excellent PC skills with advanced level skills in all Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Mail) and previous demonstrated experience navigating the Internet effectively.
Demonstrated experience working on multiple projects with more than one team member simultaneously, adjusting to changing priorities and follow through on all assignments.
Must be able to maintain security of highly confidential information, discretion and confidentiality required
Must be able to work self-directed with an ability to multi-task
Must be willing and able to flex work hours periodically based on business needs.
Must accept and adhere to high ethical, moral, and personal values in decisions, communications, actions, and when dealing with others
If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com
EOE/F/M/Disability/Veteran
Location: Coralville , IA
Minimum Experience (yrs): 4+
Required Education: Associate (AA, AS...)
Benefits:
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