Litigation Paralegal I

Join a dynamic legal team where your skills will make a significant impact. As a paralegal in our Home Lending Litigation group, you'll be at the forefront of legal processes, collaborating with attorneys and clients to ensure efficient case management. This role offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of home lending and commercial term lending while honing your legal expertise. Be part of a team that values precision, organization, and proactive problem-solving. Elevate your career in a supportive and challenging environment.

As a Paralegal in the Home Lending Litigation group, you will play a crucial role in supporting our litigation attorneys. You will ensure the smooth handling of legal matters by managing documentation, conducting research, and liaising with clients and their legal counsel. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys, gain insights into the legal aspects of home lending, and develop your skills in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.

The Legal Department at JPMorgan Chase & Co. manages legal and other risks, advises on products and services, interprets laws and regulations that impact the firm, and advises the firm on other matters.  Our global team is made up of 2,000 lawyers and legal professionals with a reputation as thought leaders who deliver best-in-class services. As trusted advisors, we help the firm’s clients while also safeguarding the integrity of the firm.  We are committed to a culture of inclusivity and belonging, where people can grow and succeed throughout their careers while working for a first-in-class financial institution doing cutting-edge work. If these values resonate with you, we would like to hear from you.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with settlement check requests.
• Update documents and information in the litigation matter management system.
• Provide support on ad hoc assignments, including summarizing documents and analyzing data.
• Conduct legal research and organize records.
• Manage administrative duties such as calendar invites, travel arrangements, and expense reports.
• Organize conferences and meetings.
• Communicate effectively with clients and their legal counsel.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects and assignments.
• Ensure detailed and accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with multiple attorneys on various tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Minimum 1 year of paralegal or related experience.
• College degree required
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Westlaw.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple attorneys.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Project management skills.
• Experience or interest in Home Lending.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with legal procedures and terminology.
• Experience in a corporate legal environment.
• Paralegal certificate preferred

All candidates for roles in the Legal department must successfully complete a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment.