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Job Title: Paralegal Administrative Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced, highly motivated paralegal to join our dynamic legal team! The primary objective of the Corporate Paralegal – Litigation is to assist the Legal Team with a wide variety of litigation and disputes, primarily focusing on collections litigation. This includes tracking and updating cases, document drafting, document management and e-filing, research, and coordination with Outside Counsel, Opposing counsel, and other interested parties. The Corporate Paralegal – Litigation will contribute to the Legal Department’s thoughtful and timely legal and counseling services provided to internal Business Units and the membership. All activities are to be conducted in compliance with our policies and the Texas Rules of Professional Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Under the guidance of corporate attorneys, draft and file litigation-related documents on a wide variety of matters that affect credit union interests with an emphasis on collections litigation.

• Efficiently track cases and other matters, ensuring cases are timely processed and completed, and all deadlines are met.

• Investigate and analyze facts and applicable legal requirements to support responses to member complaints, disputes, threats of litigation, litigation, internal investigations, legal and regulatory matters, and other inquiries.

• Conduct legal research (including statutes, case law, and regulations) and resolve routine legal questions under the guidance of corporate attorneys.

• Support attorneys and internal stakeholders on responding to internal and external legal inquiries.

• Provide necessary litigation and discovery/eDiscovery support, including the review and preparation of discovery materials, coordination of work through external counsel, and coordination with team members to create, maintain, administer, manage, and enhance eDiscovery efficiencies.

• Process and/or route invoices, create and submit check requests.

• Assist in case management and associated reporting for legal matters, and maintain accurate and organized paper and electronic files in accordance with established policies and guidelines.

• Handle special projects and assignments as directed by Legal Department attorneys.

• Interface with leaders, internal staff, business partners, outside counsel, opposing counsel and staff, and vendors.

• Actively participate in community relations activities and groups to represent our client.

• Provide legal support on a wide array of strategic operational, governance, business, and litigation matters.

• Administer routine contract requirements, prepare and file required filings, and contribute to legal team’s corporate governance responsibilities.

• Problem solve with a high degree of independent decision-making and sound judgment.

• Develop professional relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally to ensure the business needs of our client are met.

• Contribute to the constant improvement of legal services, including processes and efficiencies.

• Develop familiarity with the legal service needs of our client, its processes and controls, and the credit union industry.

• Stay abreast of laws, regulations, and internal policies to ensure management develops and implements appropriate procedures to meet regulatory compliance requirements.

• Regularly attend appropriate Continuing Paralegal Education Courses related to areas of responsibility and disseminate appropriate information to applicable individuals and departments.

• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes.

• Complete required regulatory training as assigned.

• Maintain strict adherence and compliance to all laws, rules, regulations and internal controls specific to the role, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, USA Patriot Act, OFAC and Fair Lending regulations.

Essential Skills

• Effective communicator, written, spoken, and through active listening.

• Ability to conduct legal research on the internet and with other resources.

• Knowledge of personal computers and software applications, specifically knowledge of the Microsoft product suite, and willingness to gain proficiencies in proprietary applications and tools.

• Ability to maintain strong collaborative working relationships with staff, management, and members.

• Demonstrate a bias toward integrity and ethics.

• Paralegal Certification Program Completion.

• Must be bondable.

• High school and/or some college or university education.

• Intermediate to advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Word (required) and graphics skills.

• Working knowledge of Texas banking laws and legal research engines.

• Experience with litigation and collections activities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Three (3) + years of demonstrated success in legal support and coordination, preferably in a financial institution or other financial services company, or in a private law firm.

• Public contact position, requiring appropriate professional appearance.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid role with office hours from Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm CST. The work environment includes frequent computer use at a workstation up to two hours at a time, occasional adjusted work schedules, overtime, and evening/weekend hours. This position may involve periodic stressful conditions and may require occasional movement from one work location/branch to another. You will help represent our client in courts of law and maintain a professional appearance at all times.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Austin,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 12, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.