Paralegal - ComEd (Hybrid)

Who We Are

We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.

Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.

We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

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Primary Purpose

Under general direction, performs responsible, specialized and confidential legal assignments and research for specified area within the Legal Department. Assists with legal proceedings, transactions and other legal matters by identifying problems, needs and procedures. May work closely with other legal, governmental, or regulatory disciplines and a variety of clients, and assists in the planning, research and evaluation process directed towards the management of the Company's legal exposure.

Primary Duties

• Prepare/revise general project correspondence, memoranda, reports, PowerPoint, and other Legal Department documents. Assist in the review of company documents to ensure compliance under direct supervision of attorney (20%)
• Under the direction of an attorney, research files, organize and discuss issues with project team, draft memorandum and other legal documents for project. (50%)
• Under supervision of attorney review documents and assess applicability of law and regulations to projects. (20%)
• Under direct supervision of attorney, provide general support as needed including conducting legal research and analysis to aid in the resolution of routine legal issues. (5%)
• Special projects for litigation group, non-litigation practice groups or legal operations team (5%)

Job Scope

• Supports attorneys, project teams, company management and senior level paralegal staff in matters involving company personnel, and outside counsel and their staff
• Supports co-workers regarding department activities and functions

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess at least two to four years of professional legal experience in a specialized area of law; possess a high school degree or equivalent; and possess a paralegal certificate from an accredited institution or have a minimum of two to four years of in-depth practical experience, including litigation, in an established law firm.
• Possess the demonstrated ability to comprehend and follow verbal instructions.
• Possess a general knowledge of law firm and legal practices and procedures, including litigation, and the rules or procedures required of the various court and administrative systems.
• Possess a working knowledge of legal terminology. Be highly skilled in the use of computers and software packages being utilized by the department.
• Possess and demonstrate initiative and sound judgment required to make decisions without supervision and in the absence of exact established procedures.
• Possess willingness to accept responsibility and devote the time necessary for success in a legal environment.
• Possess the ability to meet critical and short deadlines, a commitment to successful performance and the completion of tasks, and the ability to work in demanding conditions.
• Possess the ability to communicate clearly - both orally and in writing -and to read and analyze legal materials and other data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Notary Certified
• Possess a general knowledge of design, real estate acquisition, land use planning, constructions, including a working knowledge of eminent domain terminology

Benefits

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors:USD $64,800.00/Yr. - USD $97,200.00/Yr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 7%
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave (based on position)
• Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• And much more

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