Paralegal

Posted:
8/23/2024, 10:00:23 AM

Location(s):
Pearland, Texas, United States ⋅ Texas, United States

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Legal & Compliance

Workplace Type:
Remote

Overview

The Paralegal will assist and support the legal counsel and other staff members in the Legal Department

The essential job functions include, but are not limited to:

  • Prepare initial drafts of legal pleadings at the direction of the attorneys

  • Prepare initial drafts of contracts at the direction of attorneys

  • File documents, pleadings, and electronic data into databases

  • Copy documents and prepare binders for attorneys

  • Utilize software to obtain signatures on electronic documents

  • Assist attorneys in the coordination with discovery in litigation

  • Draft and prepare initial drafts of litigation hold notices

  • Research legal matters

  • Assist attorneys in the preparation of lawsuits

  • Gather and obtain evidence, as necessary, in support of lawsuits, trademark filings, and regulatory matters

  • Return phone calls and emails on behalf of the attorneys

  • Assist attorneys with collecting background information on property damage, potential new vendors, and for other miscellaneous purposes

  • File legal pleadings and other documents with the courts or other governmental agencies

  • Setup and preparation of meetings

  • Assist in the court with documents and other evidence

  • Maintain confidentiality

  • It is an essential function of this job for the employee to work in office/in the employee’s assigned work site. No remote work is available

  • Perform other duties as required and/or assigned

  • Employee must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

The position requirements include, but are not limited to:

  • A college degree is preferred

  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant paralegal experience is preferred

  • Must have previous experience working in a corporate department or law firm

  • Proficient skill level with Microsoft applications is required

  • Paralegal Certificate preferred

Joining our team puts you on a path where opportunity for advancement is available.

Buc-ee's, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer