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Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent.

Salary Breakdown

Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Average

$55,560

ANNUAL

$26.71

HOURLY

Entry Level

$30,570

ANNUAL

$14.70

HOURLY

Mid Level

$49,390

ANNUAL

$23.74

HOURLY

Expert Level

$77,630

ANNUAL

$37.32

HOURLY


Program Recommendations

Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Chandler-Gilbert Community College (MCCCD)

Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Philosophy

Education

Associate's Degree

Estrella Mountain Community College (MCCCD)

Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Philosophy

Education

Associate's Degree

Glendale Community College (MCCCD)

Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Philosophy

Education

Associate's Degree

Gateway Community College (MCCCD)

Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Philosophy

Education

Associate's Degree

Phoenix College (MCCCD)

Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Philosophy

Education

Associate's Degree

Paradise Valley Community College (MCCCD)

Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Philosophy

Education

Associate's Degree


Current Available & Projected Jobs

Paralegals and Legal Assistants

57

Current Available Jobs

8,890

Projected job openings through 2030


Top Expected Tasks

Paralegals and Legal Assistants


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

KNOWLEDGE

Administrative

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English Language

KNOWLEDGE

Law and Government

KNOWLEDGE

Customer and Personal Service

KNOWLEDGE

Computers and Electronics

SKILL

Reading Comprehension

SKILL

Active Listening

SKILL

Speaking

SKILL

Writing

SKILL

Critical Thinking

ABILITY

Written Comprehension

ABILITY

Oral Comprehension

ABILITY

Oral Expression

ABILITY

Written Expression

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Job Opportunities

Paralegals and Legal Assistants

  • Litigation Attorney
    Lewis Brisbois Bisgarrd & Smith LLP    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 4 days    

    Lewis Brisbois offers legal practice in more than 40 specialties, and a multitude of sub-specialties. Our attorneys have broad knowledge, experience, and sensitivity to our clients’ unique needs. Through interaction among our practice groups, Lewis Brisbois provides a wide range of legal services to each client with a continuity of representation across multiple disciplines. We have built longstanding relationships with corporate and institutional clients based on our ability to provide comprehensive service on a national scale.

    With over 50 offices across the nation, our attorneys reflect the communities in which they live. Lewis Brisbois' culture has fostered a diverse group of professionals committed to promoting the best interests of our clients, our communities, and the legal profession. We support diversity in communities across the nation through new and ongoing relationships with minority and women-owned businesses.

    We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, 401k with employer contribution, PTO for eligible classifications and a bonus for those who exceed their minimum hourly requirements. We also offer excellent opportunities for growth and advancement while working with a collaborate team.

    The Litigation Group is seeking attorneys with a minimum of two (2) years of litigation experience to join the Phoenix office.

    Job Requirements/Specifications:

    + At least two (2) years of experience in some or all of the following substantive areas:

    + Practice areas include general litigation, products, real estate, transportation, professional liability and healthcare

    + Experience in managing a litigation caseload

    + Experience drafting legal documents, such as briefs, motions and discovery requests

    + Experience conducting research on legal issues associated with the case

    + Excellent analytical and writing skills

    + Strong communication skills, including communicating with clients, team and partners and providing timely reporting and appearing in court

    + Must be admitted to practice in Arizona

    + The annual billable requirement for this position is 1,950

    #LI-Onsite

    #LI-RH1

    Requisition ID: 2023-2897

    External Company URL: https://lewisbrisbois.com/

    Street: 2929 North Central Avenue Suite 1700


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Business Litigation Attorney
    Lewis Brisbois Bisgarrd & Smith LLP    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 4 days    

    Lewis Brisbois offers legal practice in more than 40 specialties, and a multitude of sub-specialties. Our attorneys have broad knowledge, experience, and sensitivity to our clients’ unique needs. Through interaction among our practice groups, Lewis Brisbois provides a wide range of legal services to each client with a continuity of representation across multiple disciplines. We have built longstanding relationships with corporate and institutional clients based on our ability to provide comprehensive service on a national scale.

    With over 50 offices across the nation, our attorneys reflect the communities in which they live. Lewis Brisbois' culture has fostered a diverse group of professionals committed to promoting the best interests of our clients, our communities, and the legal profession. We support diversity in communities across the nation through new and ongoing relationships with minority and women-owned businesses.

    We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, 401k with employer contribution, PTO for eligible classifications and a bonus for those who exceed their minimum hourly requirements. We also offer excellent opportunities for growth and advancement while working with a collaborate team.

    The Business Services Group is seeking attorneys with a minimum two (2) years of litigation experience to join our Phoenix office.

    Job Requirements/Specifications:

    + At least two years of experience in some or all of the following substantive areas:

    + Experience in managing a litigation caseload

    + Experience drafting legal documents, such as briefs, motions and discovery requests

    + Experience conducting research on legal issues associated with the case

    + Excellent analytical and writing skills

    + Strong communication skills, including communicating with clients, team and partners and providing timely reporting and appearing in court

    + Must be admitted to practice in Arizona

    + The annual billable requirement for this position is 1,950

    #LI-Onsite

    #LI-RH1

    Requisition ID: 2023-2898

    External Company URL: https://lewisbrisbois.com/

    Street: 2929 North Central Avenue Suite 1700


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Corporate Securities Paralegal
    Meritage Homes Corporation    Scottsdale, AZ 85258
     Posted 7 days    

    + Conduct thorough preparation and review of annual and quarterly reports, as well as other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

    + Assist in the creation of proxy statements and related materials for the annual stockholders' meeting

    + Manage matters related to executive compensation programs, including employee stock plans, and ensure compliance with Section 16 beneficial ownership reporting requirements

    + Collaborate in the development and review of securities offering documents for corporate public offerings

    + Provide guidance on compliance with regulatory frameworks such as the Dodd-Frank Act, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, NYSE regulations, and other governance matters

    + Support the preparation of materials for board of directors and board committee meetings

    + Contribute to various corporate matters, including addressing Delaware corporate law issues, conducting M&A due diligence, and participating in negotiations of agreements and commercial contracts

    + Strong academic credentials are essential

    + A minimum of 5 years of experience as a securities paralegal, preferably in an in-house capacity

    + Demonstrated ability to provide reliable support to Chief Legal Officers and Secretaries

    Are you looking for an incredible career opportunity? Then Meritage Homes is the place for you! From the homes we build to the careers we offer, we believe in quality. Meritage Homes is the ENERGY STAR® Partner of The Year in Sustained Excellence for being a leader in protecting the environment and advancing energy efficiency in homebuilding. We are looking for candidates who are excited about furthering their careers, as well as being a part of an organization that helps people live happier, healthier lives. With over 100,000 homes built, Meritage Homes is looking for professionals who are self-starters and want to help our organization grow by providing new and innovative ideas.

    When joining Meritage Homes, you and your career can benefit in several ways, including:

    + A work environment that encourages creativity and innovative ideas from every level

    + An organization that lives by its core values everyday

    + Team atmosphere where every individual is considered a vital asset

    + State of the art technology to provide an optimal working environment

    + A competitive pay structure

    + Strong benefits

    + Flexibility in work-life integration

    + Team-oriented environment where all individuals play an integral role in the company

    + Opportunity to further your career in a growing national organization

    + Maintain a competitive drive to be the best

    ID: 2023-10765

    External Company Name: Meritage Homes Corporation

    External Company URL: www.meritagehomes.com

    Street: 18655 North Claret Drive


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Experienced Paralegal
    Institute for Justice    Tempe, AZ 85282
     Posted 7 days    

    The Institute for Justice, the National Law Firm for Liberty, seeks a talented, highly organized, and energetic person to assist attorneys in its Tempe, Arizona office. IJ’s paralegals gain real litigation experience with meaningful responsibility in cases that have immediate real-world impact.

    Primary Responsibilities:

    + Conduct basic legal research.

    + Proofread and cite-check legal documents.

    + Prepare tables of contents and authorities for legal briefs.

    + Prepare affidavits for clients and expert witnesses.

    + Maintain paper and electronic case files.

    + File documents in court electronically and by mail.

    + Draft correspondence to courts and other attorneys.

    + Calculate, calendar and track due dates for hearings and/or briefs; email entries to appropriate attorneys/paralegals; update as required.

    + Read and interpret court rules and determine compliance for filings.

    + Manage pretrial preparation and assist during trials.

    + Communicate and work on cases with attorneys and peers in other offices.

    + Take notes at moot courts.

    + Other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications:

    + 3 or more years of paralegal experience.

    + Creativity, detailed-oriented, and problem-solving skills.

    + Ability to take initiative.

    + Excellent organizational skills.

    Benefits:

    + Hybrid work schedule

    + Flexible work hours with our core business hours of 10am and 4pm

    + Work from home equipment reimbursement

    + Casual dress code

    + Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (IJ covers 100% of individual premiums)

    + Free Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life insurance plans

    + HSA employer contributions

    + 401(k) with employer matches

    + Generous PTO including a paid personal day and 12 paid holidays

    To Apply:

    Please submit a resume and a cover letter detailing how your experience will ensure success in this position.

    In addition to our Tempe, Arizona office, this position will also be open in IJ's other state offices, including Austin, Texas, Miami, Florida, and Seattle, Washington as well as IJ's headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.

    No phone calls, please.

    #LI-Hybrid

    IJ is an equal opportunity employer.

    Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At IJ we value a diverse workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Labor and Employment Attorney
    Shields Petitti & Zoldan    Phoenix, AZ 85001
     Posted 8 days    

    We are seeking an attorney with two to seven years of experience in labor and employment law or civil litigation to join our growing employment practice. Qualified candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, writing and analytical ability, keen attention to detail, and the desire and initiative to take ownership. Significant litigation experience is a plus (even if not employment litigation), including day-to-day responsibility on cases. This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth in a collegial environment in a boutique employment litigation practice. This position will involve litigation and general employment consulting services. This is a semi-hybrid position, with an expectation of being in the office approximately three to four days per week.


    * Active bar license in AZ is required
    * Superior academic credentials and strong communication skills are required
    * Two to Seven years of experience in employment law (preferred) or civil litigation.

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    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Attorney, Data Strategy & Governance
    Ford Motor Company    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 9 days    

    We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

    As a global leader in advanced mobility solutions, our outstanding team of legal professionals helps us navigate the continually changing legal and regulatory landscape. In our **Office of General Counsel** , you’ll be part of an organization that collaborates with outside counsel to operate as a global team and deliver world-class legal, tax and audit services to client groups throughout the company.

    **In this position...**

    You can join a group of privacy professionals dedicated to helping Ford deliver great products and services globally with privacy by design

    You can build strong relationships with key business partners with whom we partner to identify winning privacy solutions – together, as a team

    **What you'll do...**

    + Advise on compliance with U.S. state and federal privacy laws to support business initiatives

    + Attend client meetings to spot potential privacy issues early and proactively address potential privacy risks

    + Work with legal, policy and operational teams to develop risk mitigation approaches

    + Partner with regional and local privacy attorneys to support global projects that require enterprise solutions

    **You'll have...**

    + JD degree, and active member of a U.S. state bar association, in good standing

    + 5+ years at a major law firm or large corporation providing privacy legal advice or supporting privacy compliance strategy and implementation

    + Availability for meetings during Dearborn, MI working hours

    + Ability to travel to Dearborn MI as needed for in-person meetings (approx. 1-2 times per year)

    **Even better, you may have** ...

    + Ability to manage simultaneous, complex projects under deadline pressure, with flexibility as to types of projects assigned

    + Solid business acumen

    + A great listener, analytical and visionary thinker, and problem solver

    + Exceptional interpersonal communication skills; ability to foster strong relationships with key business partners and provide legal advice in a confident, self-assured manner

    + Ability to work very well in teams, including cross-functional, global teams

    + Ability to manage multiple internal stakeholders and balance differing opinions and perspectives

    + Ability to interact comfortably with executives and senior management

    + Experience with emerging technology

    + A commitment to professionalism

    + OEM experience a plus

    + Certified Information Privacy Professional with the International Association of Privacy Professionals is preferred

    You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

    As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

    + Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

    + Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more

    + Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases

    + Tuition assistance

    + Established and active employee resource groups

    + Paid time off for individual and team community service

    + A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day

    + Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time

    For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

    2023 Ford New Hire Benefits Summary (https://clicktime.symantec.com/15tpDKHrMDxzdAsQoU7ko?h=m1tD70fOhwpoFsU9AgK\_moV2reqTDkj7kHYMywUl3g4=&u=https://fordcareers.co/LL5NonHTHD)

    Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

    Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

    \#LI-Remote

    **Requisition ID** : 17399


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Attorney, Data Strategy & Governance
    Ford Motor Company    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 9 days    

    We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

    As a global leader in advanced mobility solutions, our outstanding team of legal professionals helps us navigate the continually changing legal and regulatory landscape. In our **Office of General Counsel** , you’ll be part of an organization that collaborates with outside counsel to operate as a global team and deliver world-class legal, tax and audit services to client groups throughout the company.

    **In this position...**

    You can join a group of privacy professionals dedicated to helping Ford deliver great products and services globally with privacy by design

    You can build strong relationships with key business partners with whom we partner to identify winning privacy solutions – together, as a team

    **What you'll do...**

    + Advise on compliance with U.S. state and federal privacy laws to support business initiatives

    + Attend client meetings to spot potential privacy issues early and proactively address potential privacy risks

    + Work with legal, policy and operational teams to develop risk mitigation approaches

    + Partner with regional and local privacy attorneys to support global projects that require enterprise solutions

    **You'll have...**

    + JD degree, and active member of a U.S. state bar association, in good standing

    + 5+ years at a major law firm or large corporation providing privacy legal advice or supporting privacy compliance strategy and implementation

    + Availability for meetings during Dearborn, MI working hours

    + Ability to travel to Dearborn MI as needed for in-person meetings (approx. 1-2 times per year)

    **Even better, you may have** ...

    + Ability to manage simultaneous, complex projects under deadline pressure, with flexibility as to types of projects assigned

    + Solid business acumen

    + A great listener, analytical and visionary thinker, and problem solver

    + Exceptional interpersonal communication skills; ability to foster strong relationships with key business partners and provide legal advice in a confident, self-assured manner

    + Ability to work very well in teams, including cross-functional, global teams

    + Ability to manage multiple internal stakeholders and balance differing opinions and perspectives

    + Ability to interact comfortably with executives and senior management

    + Experience with emerging technology

    + A commitment to professionalism

    + OEM experience a plus

    + Certified Information Privacy Professional with the International Association of Privacy Professionals is preferred

    You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

    As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

    + Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

    + Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more

    + Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases

    + Tuition assistance

    + Established and active employee resource groups

    + Paid time off for individual and team community service

    + A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day

    + Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time

    For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

    2023 Ford New Hire Benefits Summary (https://clicktime.symantec.com/15tpDKHrMDxzdAsQoU7ko?h=m1tD70fOhwpoFsU9AgK\_moV2reqTDkj7kHYMywUl3g4=&u=https://fordcareers.co/LL5NonHTHD)

    Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

    Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

    \#LI-Remote

    **Requisition ID** : 17401


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Legal Assistant
    Ford Motor Company    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 9 days    

    We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

    As a global leader in advanced mobility solutions, our outstanding team of legal professionals helps us navigate the continually changing legal and regulatory landscape. In our **Office of General Counsel** , you’ll be part of an organization that collaborates with outside counsel to operate as a global team and deliver world-class legal, tax and audit services to client groups throughout the company.

    **In this position...**

    You can join a group of privacy professionals dedicated to helping Ford deliver great products and services globally with privacy by design

    You can build strong relationships with key business partners with whom we partner to identify winning privacy solutions – together, as a team

    **What you’ll do…**

    + Assist OGC lawyers with many supporting functions, including reviewing product and marketing initiatives

    + Support privacy processes

    + Prepare privacy training and communications

    + Support incident response

    **You’ll have…**

    + Bachelor’s degree

    + ABA-Approved Legal Assistant Certificate

    + 10+ years of experience as a legal assistant in-house or at a firm

    + Available for meetings during Dearborn, MI working hours

    + Ability to travel to Dearborn as needed for in-person meetings

    **Even better, if you have…**

    + 5+ years of experience in privacy matters

    + 5+ years of in-house legal assistant experience

    + Ability to support complex projects, and meet project deadlines

    + Ability to work well in cross-functional and global teams

    + Ability to foster strong client relationships

    You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

    As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

    + Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

    + Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more

    + Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases

    + Tuition assistance

    + Established and active employee resource groups

    + Paid time off for individual and team community service

    + A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day

    + Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time

    For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

    2023 Ford New Hire Benefits Summary (https://corporate.ford.com/content/dam/corporate/us/en-us/documents/careers/2023-benefits-and-comp-GSR-sal-plan-1.pdf)

    Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

    Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

    \#LI-Remote

    **Requisition ID** : 17397


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Trade Controls Attorney
    Ford Motor Company    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 10 days    

    We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. What will you make today?

    As a global leader in advanced mobility solutions, our outstanding team of legal professionals helps us navigate the continually changing legal and regulatory landscape. In our **Office of General Counsel** , you’ll be part of an organization that collaborates with outside counsel to operate as a global team and deliver world-class legal, tax and audit services to client groups throughout the company.

    Ford is seeking a highly motivated attorney to join our Legal and Compliance Office as a Trade Controls Attorney. The position will report directly to Ford’s Trade Controls Counsel and support Ford’s global business operations with a wide variety of legal, regulatory, compliance and policy matters. The Trade Controls Attorney will work with business and corporate teams to identify issues and provide legal guidance on export control and sanctions matters, monitor and respond to regulatory changes, and support the development, deployment, and implementation of the company’s trade controls compliance policies and procedures.

    **What you will do…**

    + Take a pragmatic approach to legal advice and problem solving

    + Provide legal and regulatory guidance on restricted party screening, export classifications, deemed exports, licensing requirements, embargoed countries, and other economic sanctions, in support of global operations

    + Assist in the development, implementation, and communication of effective policies, processes, controls, and internal training programs

    + Collaborate with business and regional partners on due diligence and compliance reviews of trade compliance matters in relation to customers, suppliers, and third-party intermediaries

    + Work with and advise sales, engineering, and other stakeholders on trade compliance requirements and related processes

    + Support trade compliance activities associated with corporate transactions including partnership and acquisition integration activities

    + Communicate advice to business clients in a simple, usable, and practical way

    + Provide legal support to colleagues on trade related compliance investigations and voluntary disclosures

    + Support the Compliance Office on other projects, initiatives, and strategic opportunities as may arise from time-to-time

    **You'll have…**

    + Education/Qualification: Law degree from an accredited U.S. law school and admission to the bar in Michigan or of another state bar and eligible for admission as in-house counsel in Michigan

    + Experience: At least 5 years’ experience advising on export controls and sanctions regulations and compliance programs

    **Even better, if you have…**

    + Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to prioritize and work independently

    + Customer-oriented interpersonal skills, excellent business judgment, personal initiative, and a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment

    You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

    As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

    + Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

    + Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more

    + Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases

    + Tuition assistance

    + Established and active employee resource groups

    + Paid time off for individual and team community service

    + A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day

    + Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time

    For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

    2023 Ford New Hire Benefits Summary (https://clicktime.symantec.com/15tpDKHrMDxzdAsQoU7ko?h=m1tD70fOhwpoFsU9AgK\_moV2reqTDkj7kHYMywUl3g4=&u=https://fordcareers.co/LL5NonHTHD)

    Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

    Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

    **Requisition ID** : 17119


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Legal Assistant (Document Management Analyst II)
    Amentum    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 11 days    

    + Schedule appointments, meetings, engagements, and conferences

    + Receive and review incoming correspondence and forwards each item to the appropriate AUSA or to other staff based on a knowledge of the duties and functions of the United States Attorney's Office

    + Receive telephone calls and visitors, screening those which can be handled without help •Maintain legal and general office files.

    + Review, screen, and control incoming mail.

    + Review outgoing correspondence for procedural and grammatical accuracy, format, and presentation. Brings errors to the attention of the writer.

    + Searches file for material used in recurring reports.

    + Assembles file data or secures data from staff members into the proper format based on the purpose and nature of the report.

    + Makes travel arrangement, secure accommodations and maintains contact while the Government traveler is in travel status.

    + Produce written documents utilizing a range of office automation software.

    + Retrieves required information from various files and records and prepares legal documents with complicated formatting.

    + Ensures proper spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and grammar.

    + Consults with document author to resolve questionable material.

    + Use office software, provide automated litigation assistance to attorneys by preparing charts and other specialized materials relating to trial preparation and presentations.

    + Conduct legal research and drafts acceptable substantive pleadings

    + Draft and review motions and responses to defense pleadings

    + Review and edit draft of substantive legal documents drafted by attorneys, paralegal specialists, and other support staff members

    + Prepares appropriate case summaries to assist the AUSA in preparation for pre-trial motions hearings and/or trial

    + Use established network or mainframe databases, e.g., JUSTIS Westlaw, Lexis, RCIS, Automated Papering System (APS), Automated Trial Preparation (ATP), performs data searches, report design, and other data retrieval assignments

    + Prepare and submit legal pleadings, forms, reports, correspondence, and other documents are prepared and submitted within established deadlines

    + One of the 2 positions will be designated as a team lead for other positions listed in the SOW

    Minimum Qualifications:

    + Must be able to obtain and maintain MRPT facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for MRPT facility credentials/authorization at this work location

    + Requires 3 years of experience of litigation support projects or undergraduate degree.

    + Prior experience in the legal environment is required.

    + Must be able to work independently in a team environment.

    + Excellent writing and oral communication skills are required.

    + Requires hands-on familiarity with the Government's office and network environment, including but not limited to, data processing environments, including office automation networks, PC-based databases and other applications, internet and server-based databases and other applications, such as Oracle, Relativity or other document review platform, Trial Director, etc.

    + Must be knowledgeable user of the Government's office and network environment, including but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheet, imaging, and hardware systems.

    + Must have experience conducting legal research using databases such as Lexis, Westlaw or Pacer.

    Preferred:

    + Familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources preferred.

    Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

    EEO is the Law Poster (http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc\_self\_print\_poster.pdf)

    EEO is the Law Poster Supplement


    Employment Type

    Full Time


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