Paralegal (Full Time, Towson)

General Summary:

• The Paralegal will assist General Counsel in a full range of legal matters.
• Anticipated services include: document support; legal drafting; legal research; fact investigations; policy analysis; monitoring litigation; long term legal projects; utilization of Excel for legal data analysis; and utilization of Sheppard Pratt’s contract management system.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Work requires a Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field.
• Paralegal certificate required.
• Work requires understanding of legal language and contract principles, research methods and other related matters – acquired though three (3) years of experience.
• Work managing the office functions, taking meeting minutes, proofreading, and meeting tight and sometimes unexpected deadlines.
• Position requires analytical ability sufficient to develop and implement office procedures, prepare reports, and compute basic statistics.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Must be proficient in the use of personal computer with Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and other automated office equipment.

Benefits:

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous mileage reimbursement program

Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.