• Legal Assistant

    SCI Shared Resources, LLC (Houston, TX)


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    Provides technical and administrative support to the legal department which involves researching the law, investigating facts, and preparing legal documents. The legal assistant carries out work of a routine nature, work is reviewed and evaluated by others.

    JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

    100% Legal Support

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

    + Investigates facts and law of matter to make recommendations and answer questions.

    + Prepares legal documents as directed by corporate counsel.

    + Interacts with the Company’s management team in the field regarding specific requests for legal advice and support on a daily basis.

    + Establishes, monitors, and maintains case files.

    + Documents communication with clients in the field.

    + Provides general clerical support as needed.

     

    Core / Critical Competencies

    Demonstrates a Commitment to Services Excellence, Trustworthiness and Integrity

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

    + Is trusted by others; keeps commitments to others

    Promote Innovation

    + Comes up with new ways to look at problems and processes in their work

    Achieve Results

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

    + Works to resolve routine problems promptly and effectively

    Display Adaptability

    + Is open to new and different ways to accomplish work

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

    Communicate Effectively

    + 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

    Collaborate with Others

    + Proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others as needed

    + Welcomes ideas and input from others

    Build Productive Relationships (Internal / External)

    + Relates to others in open and helpful manner; consistently treat others with respect

    + Maintains composure in challenging situations

     

    EDUCATIONAL/Experience/MINIMUM Requirements

    Education:

    + A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.

    Experience:

    + Strong preference for one to four years’ experience in legal settings, including research and preparing legal documents for review, approval, and use by an attorney

    Knowledge, Skills & 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 writing, researching, analyzing, and preparing legal documents.

     

    Work Conditions

     

    Work Environment

    When considering the work environment associated with this job, the following factors may apply:

    + Work indoors during all seasons and weather conditions

     

    Work Postures

    When considering the work postures associated with this job, the following factors may apply:

    + Sitting continuously for many hours, up to 6 hours per day

     

    Physical Demands

    When considering the physical demands associated with this job, the following factors may apply:

    + Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage

     

    Work Hours

    When considering the work hours associated with this job, the following factors may apply:

    + Working beyond “standard” hours as the need arises

     

    Postal Code: 77019

     

    Category (Portal Searching): Legal

     

    Job Location: US-TX - Houston

     

    Job Profile ID: C00326

     

    Time Type: Full time

     

    Location Name: SCI Corporate Office