Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP is seeking a Paralegal for the Office of General Counsel in our Denver or Chicago office. This position will be part of a team of attorneys, paralegals and support staff providing a high level of service to both internal and external clients. The firm is committed to its employees, values, and community.
Overview Under the supervision of the Chief Legal Officer, this paralegal will provide support for all aspects of the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), including risk management and loss prevention, client intake, compliance and governance, and professional responsibility and ethics.
Responsibilities Organize, index and oversee maintenance of working, form, and final documents of the OGC. Initiate and maintain docketing and deadlines within the Firm’s system and monitor calendars.
Draft, with input from attorneys and internal and external research, project-related documents and incorporate feedback into same.
Liaise with Firm attorneys and professional staff to further the projects and tasks of the OGC.
Work with the 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.
Work with Firm attorneys and professional staff involved in reviewing Clients’ proposed Outside Counsel Guidelines and related documents, and liaise with the same and Firm relationship partners to track, summarize, organize and maintain such documents.
Knowledge/Skills Required / Qualifications Four-year degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in a professional environment with 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, Adobe Acrobat, Lexis/Nexis, Westlaw and other internet research tools.
Ability to learn new tasks, including integrating generative AI ethically and responsibly into certain portions of work.
Ability to perform well under pressure; good planning, detail orientation and prioritization.
Strong written and verbal communication tailored to varied audiences.
Work independently and take initiative to move projects to conclusion.
Location & Schedule 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, holidays, and paid time off. Hybrid work schedules are available, combining in-office and remote work days. The pay range for this position in Denver and Chicago is $46.15 to $56.41 per hour.
Equal Opportunity Employment Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. EEO/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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