Paralegal

1 month ago

Plano, United States Westwood Professional Services Full time


Paralegal

Job Locations

US-TX-Plano

ID

2024-5986

Category

Legal

Position Type

Regular

Division

Corporate

Overview

Paralegal - Plano, TX

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an Paralegal to join our team. This person will provide comprehensive legal support to Westwood's Legal team, assisting with risk management and compliance, contract negotiations and client service agreements, litigation and dispute resolution, employment matters, and mergers and acquisitions.

Duties and Responsibilities

* Assist with the preparation, review, and modification of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and legal correspondence.
* Conduct legal research and analysis on various company matters, ensuring compliance with current laws and regulations.
* Support the Legal team in managing case files and maintaining an organized system for tracking important deadlines and documentation.
* Facilitate communication between the Legal team and internal departments, as well as with external parties such as clients and counsel.
* Coordinate with the Project Manager and Approver in the contracting process, helping to identify risks and support negotiations.
* Prepare and file legal documents with courts and government agencies as required.
* Assist with due diligence in mergers and acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
* Provide administrative support to the Vice President, General Counsel, and other members of the legal team.
* Participate in legal team meetings and contribute to the development of policies and procedures.
* Stay informed of developments in the field of law that may impact the company.

Preferred Experience

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent; paralegal certification preferred.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in a corporate environment.
* Strong understanding of legal concepts, terminology, and processes.
* Excellent research, analytical, and organizational skills.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research software.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.


Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2023, Zweig Group ranked Westwood nationally at #12 and #30, respectively, on its Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists. Zweig also awarded Westwood two national 2nd place awards for Marketing Excellence. Westwood was recently recognized as #79 in the ENR Top 500 Firms in 2023. The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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