Paralegal job description

The primary responsibility of the Paralegal - Gaming and Regulatory is to provide clerical and administrative support to assigned attorneys, as well as supporting and assisting attorneys in researching/analyzing routine legal issues with a strong emphasis in gaming and regulatory matters including licensing.

All duties are to be performed in accordance with departmental and Las Vegas Sands Corp.'s policies, practices, and procedures. All Las Vegas Sands Corp. Team Members are expected to conduct and carry themselves in a professional manner at all times. Team Members are required to observe the Company's standards, work requirements and rules of conduct.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Assist with gaming and regulatory matters including completing license applications and complying with regulatory notice and reporting requirements in existing jurisdictions and various target markets. Developing and maintaining knowledge of relevant gambling legislation, regulations, and developments in Sands' active and target markets Coordinating with Legal and Compliance Departments in preparing and submitting notifications, reports, returns and applications to gambling regulators, as required. Conduct research of statutes, codes, rules, regulations, case law, and a variety of other legal issues. Organize and maintain electronic files Other responsibilities will include typing letters, memos, presentations, answering phones, and filing. Assist with the handling of special projects and administrative matters for the legal department. Perform job duties in a safe manner. Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this job. Performs other related duties as assigned.



Minimum Qualifications


At least 21 years of age. Proof of authorization/eligibility to work in the United States. High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree in related area preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a paralegal certification or higher equivalent in another jurisdiction. Must be able to obtain and maintain any other certification or license, as required by law or policy. Legal or related field experience a plus. Under the direction of an attorney, can resolve routine legal issues. Possess the ability to research and analyze law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal codes to prepare legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, etc. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Must also possess strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail. Possess excellent working knowledge of Microsoft applications. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with guests and other Team Members of different backgrounds and levels of experience. Must be able to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.



Physical Requirements


Must be able to:

Lift or carry 10 pounds, unassisted, in the performance of specific tasks, as assigned. Physically access all areas of the property and drive areas with or without a reasonable accommodation. Maintain composure under pressure and consistently meet deadlines with internal and external customers and contacts. Ability to interact appropriately and effectively with guests, management, other team members, and outside contacts. Ability for prolonged periods of time to walk, stand, stretch, bend and kneel. Work in a fast-paced and busy environment. Work indoors and be exposed to various environmental factors such as, but not limited to, CRT, noise, dust, and cigarette smoke.

Job Details


Basic Job Functions:


Nucor is a Fortune 100 corporation that manufactures steel and steel products. Fortune Magazine recently ranked Nucor No. 1 on their list of the World's Most Admired Companies in our industry. We are among Forbes' Top 50 Best Employers to work for in America and have over 80 years of long-term stability and sustainability. The key to Nucor's success is that we care about the safety and well-being of our teammates and customers, the health and protection of our environment, and the relationships we establish in the communities where we live and work. At the heart of every Nucor facility are the dedicated people who make up our team. Nucor can offer you a fun, challenging, and rewarding environment where you can contribute to the success of over 30,000 teammates across the nation.
We are currently hiring for a Paralegal to join our six-person legal team. We are a fast-paced, innovative, passionate, and enthusiastic group that strives to support our Nucor teammates every day, while also maintaining real work-life balance. The functions of this role include but are not limited to:
•Identifying, leading, and executing technical and operational initiatives to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the legal team.
•Managing implementation and operation of legal technology tools for document retention, electronic discovery, billing and invoice review, and contract lifecycle management.
•Oversee the service of process function, including responding to third-party subpoenas, garnishments, and similar matters.
•Support the legal team as necessary in executing the day-to-day legal and compliance needs of the company.


Minimum Qualifications:

•2+ years of paralegal or equivalent experience
•Experience with Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and/or database management
•Experience working in a fast-paced professional environment


Preferred Qualifications:

•Bachelor's degree

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vets - and a drug - free workplace

Paralegal
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Intellectual Property Section
A successful candidate for this position must have experience communicating with clients, preparing and filing pleadings in federal court and other government documents, preparing correspondence, meeting deadlines, and organizing and maintaining legal files. Must demonstrate a firm understanding of the "litigation case lifecycle.”

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. E-files pleadings in various federal district courts and federal appellate courts using the Case Management/Electronic Case Files (CM/ECF) system and the Patent Trial and Appeal Board End-2-End (PTAB E2E) electronic filing system
2. Assists with eDiscovery, including document collection, document production, and preparation of privilege logs.
3. Maintains complete physical and electronic client/matter files.
4. Supports case management such as task lists, status updates, and overall case organization.
5. Calculates and tracks deadlines, sharing responsibility with attorneys for ensuring all deadlines are met.
6. Prepares shell documents for written discovery and responses.
7. Prepares patent infringement/invalidity charts and patent family charts.
8. Assists with preparation and assembly of court documents, including briefs, declarations, exhibits, and proposed orders.
9. Coordinates service of filings and discovery.
10. Supports depositions, including scheduling, identification of relevant documents, printing and organization of exhibits, and tracking transcripts and errata.
11. Assists with preparation of expert reports.
12. Hearing prep & attendance: including preparing binders, retrieving documents, organizing facts, preparing demonstratives, booking conference rooms, and coordinating logistics.
13. Trial prep & attendance: including managing deposition designations and objections, exhibit lists, witness lists, objections to exhibits, attorney trial notebooks, witness notebooks, document indexes, and privilege logs.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required.
2. Minimum 2 years of federal litigation paralegal work experience.
3. Working knowledge of iManage (Desksite/Mailsite), Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office Suite.
4. Organized and detail oriented.
5. Ability to work in the office or other work-related locations on a daily basis to provide assistance to attorneys as needed to meet clients’ needs. Some travel may be required.
6. Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours weekly.
7. Billing requirements: 1,800 billable hours/year.