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Summary:
Benefits and Perks:
- 401K with company match
- Health insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision
- HSA with company match
- Earned Wage Access, Instant Pay Card
- Ancillary benefits including STD, LTD, and Life insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- FREE lunch at local brand-related restaurants
- PerkSpot corporate nationwide discount program
- And much more!
Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Litigation Paralegal to join our legal team. In this role, you will work closely with attorneys to manage litigation and pre-litigation matters for our company and associated entities. The ideal candidate will support all phases of the litigation process, including legal research, discovery responses, and claims investigation. Familiarity with local, regional, and federal dockets, as well as experience handling all aspects of discovery production is required.
Sun Holdings provides world-class franchise management services to the franchise ownership teams of some of America’s most popular restaurants. Brands serviced include over 1,200 Applebee’s, Arby's, Burger King, Cantina Laredo, Golden Corral, Freebirds World Burrito, IHOP, McAlister’s, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, Taco Bueno and Uncle Julio's locations in 35 States. The collective portfolio of brands we provide franchise management services to makes up one of the largest franchisee organizations in the U.S.
Sun Holdings provides world-class franchise management services to the franchise ownership teams of some of America’s most popular restaurants. Brands serviced include over 1,200 Applebee’s, Arby's, Burger King, Cantina Laredo, Golden Corral, Freebirds World Burrito, IHOP, McAlister’s, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, Taco Bueno and Uncle Julio's locations in 35 States. The collective portfolio of brands we provide franchise management services to makes up one of the largest franchisee organizations in the U.S.
This position is located onsite Monday through Friday at our corporate headquarters in Dallas, Texas, where our engaging and collaborative culture helped earn us a spot on Newsweek's list of America’s Greatest Workplaces in 2024. Want to learn more about who we are? Visit us at www.sunholdings.net.
Responsibilities:
- Process service of legal documents, set up case files, and coordinate with risk management to notify carriers of claims.
- Conduct pre-claim investigations, legal research, and initial case assessments.
- Manage case calendars, track deadlines, and organize litigation files.
- Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes, ensuring timely responses to requests.
- Assist attorneys and outside counsel with interrogatories and other discovery requests.
- Gather and analyze relevant information from various sources.
- Serve as a liaison between internal teams, litigation counsel, and third parties.
- Support case settlements and facilitate payment processing.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Litigation Paralegal with expertise in motions, discovery, evidence, and court procedures.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong writing, research, and communication skills with keen attention to detail.
- Proficiency in legal databases and litigation technology.
- A team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Paralegal associate degree or relevant certification preferred.
Sun Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Sun Holdings was founded in 1997 by Guillermo Perales, funded by an SBA loan, and provides world-class management services to the franchise ownership teams of some of America’s most popular restaurants. Brands serviced include over 1,200 Applebee’s, Arby's, Burger King, Golden Corral, IHOP, McAlister’s, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, Taco Bueno and Uncle Julio's locations in 35 States. The collective portfolio of brands makes up one of the largest franchisee organizations in the U.S.
Mission
Mission
Our mission is to create great locations and facilities, so each unit operates at maximum potential. Our goal is to satisfy our customers' demands and exceed expectations for the products and services each brand offers. As we continue to expand, we want to hire dedicated staff and run a proficient business.
Vision
Vision
To be the nation’s leading retail and restaurant management-services company in total sales, operational metrics, customer satisfaction, and unit-level economics.
