DSG New Braunfels , TX 78132
Posted 2 weeks ago
Ashley Furniture HomeStore, the #1 Mattress and Furniture retailer in North America, has an immediate opening for a Paralegal Assistant. The ideal candidate is responsible for assisting with with all aspects of the legal processes within the organization.
OUR COMPANY OFFERS GREAT BENEFITS, INCLUDING:
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Opportunity for advancement
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Retirement Benefits
Employee Purchase Discounts of 30% or more
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Review of pleadings, motions and appellate documents provided by outside counsel in support of the company's legal position
Manage correspondence, investigations and activity for all customer injury, post-purchase claims, attorney general responses, employee litigation, worker's compensation litigation, EEOC's, Garnishments, Subpoenas and government agencies as assigned
Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics, etc.)
Ensure field representatives availability for court appearances and have been briefed of all known facts surrounding company's position
Aid outside counsel with interrogatories and other discovery requests
Gather relevant information from a variety of internal and external sources
Liaise between outside counsel and internal/external third parties
Provide assistance with case settlements
Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Proven working experience as a legal Assistant
Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices etc.
Highly organized with ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail
Extensive computer, technical and database expertise
Excellent Organization skills
Legal Assistant associates degree or other relevant certification
Legal Assistant associates degree or other relevant certification. Prior experience of 5-7 years as a minimum in lieu of degree.
BA/BS/Bachelor's Degree preferred
Ashley Furniture HomeStore is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ashley Furniture HomeStore does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
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