Paralegal Office of General Counsel

Kilpatrick, a large international law firm, is seeking a Paralegal for our Office of General Counsel in our Denver or Chicago office. This position will be part of our team of attorneys, paralegals and support staff providing a high level of service to both internal and external clients. At Kilpatrick we are one team where each person plays an integral role in serving the needs of our clients. The firm has a strong dedication to its employees, values, and commitment to the community.

Under the supervision of the Chief Legal Officer this position will provide support for all aspects of the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), including risk management and loss prevention, client intake, compliance and governance, and professional responsibility and ethics. The paralegal will operate as part of a team of attorneys and support staff to provide a high level of service to both internal and external clients.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Organize, index and oversee maintenance of working, form, and final documents of the OGC. Initiate and maintain docketing and deadlines within Firm's system and monitor calendars.
• Draft, with input from attorneys and internal and external research, project-related documents and incorporate feedback into same.
• Liaise with Firm attorneys and professional staff to further the projects and tasks of the OGC.
• Work with Firm's Executive Risk (Insurance) Deputy General Counsel to prepare the Firm's annual insurance applications and supporting materials, track, organize and maintain all related documents, and assist with research, review and coordination regarding other Executive Risk-related information.
• Work with Firm attorneys and professional staff involved in reviewing Clients' proposed Outside Counsel Guidelines and related documents, and liaise with the same and Firm relationship partners to track, summarize, organize and maintain such documents.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Four-year degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in a professional environment which includes progressive responsibility in managing multiple and complex matters and demonstrated trustworthiness.
• Knowledge of intellectual property or litigation practice areas and workflows preferred.
• Law firm experience preferred.
• Maintain confidentiality of client, firm and personnel information.
• Demonstrate integrity, discretion and trustworthiness.
• High level of proficiency with technology including iManage/Filesite, Microsoft Office Suite applications, Adobe Acrobat, Lexis/Nexis, Westlaw and other internet research tools.
• Demonstrate ability to learn new tasks, such as integrating generative AI ethically and responsibly into certain portions of work.
• Ability to perform well under pressure.
• Respectful to other individuals working directly or indirectly with them.
• Reliable and dependable team player.
• Must be a good planner who is very detail-oriented and has the ability to organize and prioritize.
• Should be action- and results-oriented.
• Ability to handle numerous responsibilities simultaneously and adjust to changing priorities.
• Skilled at tailoring written and verbal communication to suit varied audiences and contexts, fostering clarity and mutual understanding..
• Work independently, taking initiative to move projects to conclusion.

This is a full-time, regular position with a multi-faceted health benefit package including medical, dental, and vision. The firm also offers life insurance, short term disability plans and retirement plans in addition to holidays and paid time off. The firm offers hybrid work schedules combining in office work days as well as remote work days. The pay range for this position in Denver and Chicago only is $46.15 to $56.41 per hour.

Selected applicants will be contacted. Kilpatrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For more information about our firm, please visit our website at www.ktslaw.com.

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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