Raymond James
Paralegal, Subpoena Compliance & Research Coordinator
Raymond James, Little Ferry, New Jersey, us, 07643
Hybrid role that blends records research and paralegal skills. Under general supervision, uses specialized knowledge and skills obtained through experience, specialized training, and certification to perform a variety of intermediate level litigation and regulatory support tasks, including assisting in organizing and analyzing documents and evidence and maintaining case files. May serve as a technical advisor to others. Guidance is provided to perform varied work that is somewhat difficult in nature, requiring some evaluation, originality, and ingenuity to make moderately complex decisions. Resolves or recommends solutions to complex problems. Regular contact with internal customers and external providers of legal services is required to identify, research, and resolve problems.
Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesProvide legal support services to attorneys and other team members in the Legal department in the form of basic case research and preparation of legal and business communications.Identify, compile and organize documents responsive to subpoenas and discovery requests.Review and process all user requests for reproduction of client statements, confirmations, certificates, commission reports, checks, and other documents as directed.Draft legal and business communications in support of attorneys, prepare legal documents and other correspondence both with and without attorney supervision.Perform legal research with LexisNexis, WestLaw, and fact gathering.Maintain a library of pre-approved form documents, contract clauses, templates, and historical documents, and add or revise material as needed.Prepare standard letters and reports and help create initial drafts of documents for review.May assist with litigation and dispute resolution.Gather, organize, summarize, index, and maintain documents from various sources.Perform legal research and assist in preparation of presentation materials.Provide general support to attorneys and assist with other related duties as required.Maintain internal case databases, run searches on internal and external document databases and systems, cull relevant information from a variety of resources.Review outside counsel and vendor invoices for discrepancies.Assist in reviewing claims and preparing draft pleadings for review by legal counsel.Gather, organize, summarize, and index legal and supporting documentation for internal and external legal counsel.Draft correspondence, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, motions, promissory notes, subpoenas, and other related documents.Prepare and maintain trial notebooks and documents and may assist legal counsel at hearings and proceedings.Research, compile information, and assist in preparing responses to regulatory authorities.Assist in obtaining witness statements.Maintain the ongoing status of cases in the case management system.Assist other paralegals as required.Maintain currency in paralegal practices and methodologies.Operate standard office equipment and use required software applications.Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge ofLaws, legal codes, precedents, and government regulations.Fundamental business practices and concepts that impact the success and profitability of the firm.Intermediate level concepts, practices, and procedures of the paralegal profession.Basic investment concepts, practices, and procedures used in the securities industry.Principles of banking and finance and securities industry operations.Financial markets and products.Skill inReviewing claims and preparing draft pleadings.Gathering, organizing, summarizing, and indexing legal and supporting documentation.Preparing discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, motions, promissory notes, subpoenas, and other related documents.Preparing and maintaining trial notebooks.Assisting legal counsel at hearings and proceedings.Obtaining witness statements.Tracking expenses and comparing to budget.Maintaining information in an automated case management system.Ability toMaintain confidential information.Establish and maintain effective working relationships.Attend mediations and final hearings as deemed necessary by your assigned attorney.Maintain professional currency.Use analytical and critical thinking skills in reading, interpreting, analyzing, and applying information from legal documentation and references.Manage multiple tasks with changing priorities to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with constant interruptions.Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.Handle stressful situations and provide a high level of customer service in a calm and professional manner.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others at all organizational levels.Education/Previous ExperienceAssociates degree and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a law firm or legal department in a financial planning, investment management, or other financial services environment.OR ~An equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.Licenses/CertificationsParalegal certification is preferred.At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence, and a conservative, long-term view.We expect our associates at all levels to:Grow professionally and inspire others to do the sameWork with and through others to achieve desired outcomesMake prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mindTake ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matterContribute to the continuous evolution of the firm.At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.Job:
LegalPrimary Location:
United StatesOrganization:
LegalSchedule:
Full-timeShift:
Day JobTravel:
Yes, 5 % of the TimeSalary Range: CO, NY, CA, WA (based on Education, Work Experience, and Geographic Location)58,000-68,000
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Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesProvide legal support services to attorneys and other team members in the Legal department in the form of basic case research and preparation of legal and business communications.Identify, compile and organize documents responsive to subpoenas and discovery requests.Review and process all user requests for reproduction of client statements, confirmations, certificates, commission reports, checks, and other documents as directed.Draft legal and business communications in support of attorneys, prepare legal documents and other correspondence both with and without attorney supervision.Perform legal research with LexisNexis, WestLaw, and fact gathering.Maintain a library of pre-approved form documents, contract clauses, templates, and historical documents, and add or revise material as needed.Prepare standard letters and reports and help create initial drafts of documents for review.May assist with litigation and dispute resolution.Gather, organize, summarize, index, and maintain documents from various sources.Perform legal research and assist in preparation of presentation materials.Provide general support to attorneys and assist with other related duties as required.Maintain internal case databases, run searches on internal and external document databases and systems, cull relevant information from a variety of resources.Review outside counsel and vendor invoices for discrepancies.Assist in reviewing claims and preparing draft pleadings for review by legal counsel.Gather, organize, summarize, and index legal and supporting documentation for internal and external legal counsel.Draft correspondence, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, motions, promissory notes, subpoenas, and other related documents.Prepare and maintain trial notebooks and documents and may assist legal counsel at hearings and proceedings.Research, compile information, and assist in preparing responses to regulatory authorities.Assist in obtaining witness statements.Maintain the ongoing status of cases in the case management system.Assist other paralegals as required.Maintain currency in paralegal practices and methodologies.Operate standard office equipment and use required software applications.Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge ofLaws, legal codes, precedents, and government regulations.Fundamental business practices and concepts that impact the success and profitability of the firm.Intermediate level concepts, practices, and procedures of the paralegal profession.Basic investment concepts, practices, and procedures used in the securities industry.Principles of banking and finance and securities industry operations.Financial markets and products.Skill inReviewing claims and preparing draft pleadings.Gathering, organizing, summarizing, and indexing legal and supporting documentation.Preparing discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, motions, promissory notes, subpoenas, and other related documents.Preparing and maintaining trial notebooks.Assisting legal counsel at hearings and proceedings.Obtaining witness statements.Tracking expenses and comparing to budget.Maintaining information in an automated case management system.Ability toMaintain confidential information.Establish and maintain effective working relationships.Attend mediations and final hearings as deemed necessary by your assigned attorney.Maintain professional currency.Use analytical and critical thinking skills in reading, interpreting, analyzing, and applying information from legal documentation and references.Manage multiple tasks with changing priorities to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with constant interruptions.Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.Handle stressful situations and provide a high level of customer service in a calm and professional manner.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others at all organizational levels.Education/Previous ExperienceAssociates degree and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a law firm or legal department in a financial planning, investment management, or other financial services environment.OR ~An equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.Licenses/CertificationsParalegal certification is preferred.At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence, and a conservative, long-term view.We expect our associates at all levels to:Grow professionally and inspire others to do the sameWork with and through others to achieve desired outcomesMake prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mindTake ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matterContribute to the continuous evolution of the firm.At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.Job:
LegalPrimary Location:
United StatesOrganization:
LegalSchedule:
Full-timeShift:
Day JobTravel:
Yes, 5 % of the TimeSalary Range: CO, NY, CA, WA (based on Education, Work Experience, and Geographic Location)58,000-68,000
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