Job Summary:

This is a position for a Corporate Paralegal to support legal matters and the legal operations functions across the Allegis enterprise, specifically supporting Allegis operating companies (“the Company”).  

Allegis Group offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where the in-house paralegal will have the opportunity to work on a variety of legal matters and contribute to the company's success. This role is integral to maintaining our company's legal integrity and ensuring that we navigate the complex legal landscape effectively.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare articles of incorporation, stock ledgers, operating agreements, minutes and other routine corporate secretarial documents, keep accurate minute books;
• Prepare and file state filings (qualifications) for Allegis Group and its North American subsidiaries;
• Assist with annual report filings for all Allegis Group entities qualified within the 50 states;
• Conduct research and resolve routine legal questions under the guidance of a supervisor and/or department attorney;
• Handle information requests to and from other company personnel, including research of legal matters and historical information from company records and information from other departments regarding corporate entities and commercial transactions; review documents and transmit information and documents to outside counsel and company personnel with minimal guidance from supervising attorney;
• Assist in the filing, tracking and maintenance of trademarks worldwide and related intellectual property issues as they arise;
• Triage incoming litigation and claims for attorney assignment, assist with calendaring of court and arbitration deadlines, and manage and save case documents to file;
• Draft and manage litigation hold notices through the life cycle of case;
• Assist with other backend system functions such as billing/invoicing/vendor issues and timekeeper rate review and reporting; and
• Other related paralegal duties and projects as may be assigned from time to time.

Minimum Education and/or Experience:

• Associates degree in Paralegal Studies or Legal Studies from an accredited institution or a paralegal certification from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working as a paralegal, preferably in a corporate or in-house legal environment.

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong understanding of legal principles, procedures, and terminology.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in legal documentation and database management.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools is required.
• Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision balanced with the ability to work well in a professional team/corporate office environment.
• Self-starter demonstrating thoroughness and attention to detail.
• High sensitivity to the confidential nature of the work.
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines.

Office Requirements:

• Candidates required in office a minimum of 4 days a week out of our headquarter in Hanover, MD

Core Competencies:

• Building Relationships
• Develop People
• Lead Change
• Inspire Others
• Think Critically
• Communicate Clearly
• Create Accountability