Paralegal Office of General Counsel

Kilpatrick, a large international law firm, is seeking a Paralegal for our Office of General Counsel in our Denver or Chicago office. This position will be part of our team of attorneys, paralegals and support staff providing a high level of service to both internal and external clients. At Kilpatrick we are one team where each person plays an integral role in serving the needs of our clients. The firm has a strong dedication to its employees, values, and commitment to the community.

Under the supervision of the Chief Legal Officer, this position will provide comprehensive across all functions of the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), including risk management and loss prevention, client intake, compliance and governance, and professional responsibility and ethics. The paralegal will operate as part of a team of attorneys and support staff to provide a high level of service to both internal and external clients.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Establish, refine, and maintain highly organized systems for document management, ensuring all OGC materials (working, form, and final) are accurately indexed, accessible, and up to date with appropriate security levels.
• Design and implement streamlined processes that improve workflow efficiency, reduce friction, and support scalable legal operations.
• Manage dockets and critical deadlines, proactively monitoring email inbox, calendars to support timely completion of all obligations
• Maintain agendas for meetings and track open action items
• Draft and coordinate project-related documents using attorney input and legal research; incorporate feedback with precision and attention to detail
• Serve as a central liaison between OGC, firm attorneys, and professional staff to drive alignment and advance key initiatives
• Work with Firm's Executive Risk (Insurance) Deputy General Counsel to prepare the Firm's annual insurance applications and supporting materials, track, organize and maintain all related documents, and assist with research, review and coordination regarding other Executive Risk-related information.

• Conduct research, review materials, and assist in the coordination of Executive Risk and insurance-related matters

• Collaborate with attorneys and stakeholders to review client Outside Counsel Guidelines; track, summarize, and maintain related documentation while ensuring alignment with firm standards
• Independently manage multiple complex projects, driving them forward from initiation through completion with minimal oversight

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Four-year degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in a professional environment which includes progressive responsibility in managing multiple and complex matters and demonstrated trustworthiness.
• Knowledge of intellectual property or litigation practice areas and workflows preferred.
• Law firm experience preferred.
• Maintain confidentiality of client, firm and personnel information.
• Demonstrate integrity, discretion and trustworthiness.
• High level of proficiency with technology including iManage/Filesite, Microsoft Office Suite applications, Adobe Acrobat, Lexis/Nexis, Westlaw and other internet research tools.
• Demonstrate ability to learn new tasks, such as integrating generative AI ethically and responsibly into certain portions of work.
• Ability to perform well under pressure.
• Respectful to other individuals working directly or indirectly with them.
• Reliable and dependable team player.
• Must be a good planner who is very detail-oriented and has the ability to organize and prioritize.
• Should be action- and results-oriented.
• Ability to handle numerous responsibilities simultaneously and adjust to changing priorities.
• Skilled at tailoring written and verbal communication to suit varied audiences and contexts, fostering clarity and mutual understanding..
• Work independently, taking initiative to move projects to conclusion.

This is a full-time, regular position with a multi-faceted health benefit package including medical, dental, and vision. The firm also offers life insurance, short term disability plans and retirement plans in addition to holidays and paid time off. The firm offers hybrid work schedules combining in office work days as well as remote work days. The pay range for this position in Denver and Chicago only is $61.53 to $71.79 per hour.

Selected applicants will be contacted. Kilpatrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For more information about our firm, please visit our website at www.ktslaw.com.

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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