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Legal Assistant

Service Corporation International

Legal Assistant

Houston, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Job Description

    JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

    • 100% Legal Support

    • Researches and analyzes law sources such as statutes, legal articles, recorded judicial decisions, constitutions and legal codes.

    • Investigates facts and law of matter to determine causes of action and to prepare case accordingly.

    • Prepares legal documents as directed by corporate counsel.

    • Interacts with the Company’s management team regarding specific requests for legal advice and support.

    • Establishes, monitors, and maintains case files. Documents communication with clients.

    • Provides general clerical support as needed.

    • This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the essential functions or duties related to this job

    • MINIMUM Requirements

    Education

    • High school diploma or equivalent required.

    • A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and/or a Paralegal Certificate from an accredited school preferred

    • Certification/License

    • Certified or registered paralegal preferred.

    • Experience

    • Required

    • Four (4) years’ experience performing legal research and preparing legal documents for review, approval, and use by an attorney preferred

    • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    • Ability to effectively use law digests, law encyclopedias, statutes, and administrative regulations.

    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handling sensitive matters with discretion and tact.

    • Ability to interact with staff in a courteous and efficient manner.

    • Ability to efficiently handle multiple tasks simultaneously, with attention to detail.

    • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

    • Knowledge of legal terminology and legal writing requirements.

    • Skilled in researching, analyzing, and preparing legal documents.

    • Is trusted by others; keeps commitments to others

    • Comes up with new ways to look at problems and processes in their work. Is open to new and different ways to accomplish work

    • Works productively with minimal supervision; achieves work objectives in a timely manner

    • Works to resolve routine problems promptly and effectively

    • Responds positively and productively to new initiatives or changes in priorities

    • Conveys facts and information clearly in written and spoken communications

    • Shares viewpoints and information openly and listens attentively to others’ ideas and suggestions

    • Communicates in a timely and effective manner with manager

    • Welcomes ideas and input from others. Proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others as needed

    • Relates to others in open and helpful manner; Consistently treat others with respect

    • Maintains composure in challenging situations

    • Acts within and upholds the SCI Code of Conduct and Dignity Promise Standards and demonstrates corporate values

    • Work CONDITIONS

    Work Environment

    • Work indoors during all seasons and weather conditions
    • Comply with Corporate dress code policy
    • Work Postures
    • Sitting continuously for many hours per day, up to 6 hours per day
    • Climbing stairs to access buildings frequently
    • Physical Demands
    • Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage
    • Work Hours
    • Working beyond “standard” hours as the need arises

    Company Description

    Who we are. What we do.

    We’re more than North America’s largest provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services. We are mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, sons and daughters who are devoted to the communities where we live and work. We are more than 20,000 dedicated individuals who provide caring assistance to families in need, honor veterans and public servants and deliver lifesaving programs to help keep children and seniors safe.

    We operate under the umbrella of the Dignity Memorial network of 1,800 funeral homes and cemeteries. Dignity Memorial providers care for more than 300,000 families each year and understand the importance of thoughtful, personalized arrangements. We believe creating meaningful ways to pay tribute to a loved one begins with compassion and is shaped by the understanding that each life is truly unique. For us, there is no greater responsibility than honoring and preserving the story of one’s life.

    SCI offers advanced on-line training resources, career advancement opportunities in the largest organization in the industry, attractive benefits, and a wonderful community to serve with plenty of culture and personality. For additional information regarding our company, please visit our corporate site at www.sci-corp.com.

    CI” refers to Service Corporation International and its affiliates.

    SCI Shared Resources, LLC is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process.

    On request, we will seek to provide appropriate accessibility options to all applicants with disabilities.

    Company Description

    Who we are. What we do.\r\n\r\nWe’re more than North America’s largest provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services. We are mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, sons and daughters who are devoted to the communities where we live and work. We are more than 20,000 dedicated individuals who provide caring assistance to families in need, honor veterans and public servants and deliver lifesaving programs to help keep children and seniors safe.\r\n\r\nWe operate under the umbrella of the Dignity Memorial network of 1,800 funeral homes and cemeteries. Dignity Memorial providers care for more than 300,000 families each year and understand the importance of thoughtful, personalized arrangements. We believe creating meaningful ways to pay tribute to a loved one begins with compassion and is shaped by the understanding that each life is truly unique. For us, there is no greater responsibility than honoring and preserving the story of one’s life.\r\n\r\nSCI offers advanced on-line training resources, career advancement opportunities in the largest organization in the industry, attractive benefits, and a wonderful community to serve with plenty of culture and personality. For additional information regarding our company, please visit our corporate site at www.sci-corp.com.\r\n\r\nCI” refers to Service Corporation International and its affiliates.\r\n\r\nSCI Shared Resources, LLC is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process.\r\n\r\nOn request, we will seek to provide appropriate accessibility options to all applicants with disabilities.

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