Senior Paralegal

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PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The primary purpose of the Senior Paralegal is to assist in-house counsel with handling eviction and collection litigation for Simon Property Group.  Simon is a global leader in retail real estate and has been recognized several times as Fortune's Most Admired Real Estate Company.  The ideal candidate is a highly motivated paralegal, preferably with litigation experience, who will enjoy the opportunity to work with a dynamic legal team in our downtown Indianapolis headquarters.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Will include, but not be limited to:

• Assisting Simon's in-house counsel with managing eviction and collection litigation involving Simon's retail properties throughout the nation.
• Setting up and maintaining files in a web-based matter tracking database with clear/concise entries for timely follow-up to ensure accurate case status and reporting.
• Investigating and researching factual and legal issues pertaining to cases.
• Responding to inquiries from Simon personnel and outside counsel.
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents as necessary for a case.
• Gathering information and documents responsive to discovery requests in litigated matters.
• Preparing case-related memoranda and correspondence.
• Assisting in settlement negotiations for case resolution.
• Reviewing and approving legal fee invoices.

• Paralegal Certificate or Bachelor's degree or equivalent paralegal experience required
• 5+ years’ paralegal experience preferred
• Litigation experience strongly preferred
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel, and e-discovery software such as Relativity
• Must possess strong organizational, writing, and communication skills
• Desire to work in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Demonstrate an ability to multitask effectively, adhere to deadlines, and be able to work collaboratively within a team as well as autonomously.