Paralegal

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Job Profile Title:

Paralegal

Job Code:

12250

Profile Title:

12250 Paralegal

Grade / Band:

10

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

The Paralegal is responsible for assisting the Department Attorneys in the delivery of legal services to MGM Resorts International and its subsidiary organizations.

Strong knowledge in multi-jurisdictional gaming regulatory matters, i.e. preparing gaming disclosure forms and individual and business license renewals; strong knowledge of the practice procedures of the various government agencies involved in Labor & Employment matters, i.e. EEOC, MDCR, Labor Commission, NLRB; and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP)

Draft correspondences, memorandum and prepare legal documents for review and approval by Department Attorneys and/or Department Leadership.

Conduct client and witness interviews; organize and maintain case files

Manage and update various compliance and matter tracking systems and databases to assist in tracking and reporting on the various matters handled by the Department

Aid external business partners and legal counsel and collaborate with corporate and property business partners to review and respond to records requests, subpoenas, and related demands

Assist with transactions, including but not limited to: the preparation of initial licensing of employees and individual qualifiers by respective gaming regulators; remit payment to city and state agencies and assist with regulatory document preparation and central record filing; investigate complaints/claims filed against MGMRI and subsidiary organizations with federal and/or state agencies; assist with regulatory document preparation and filing, M&A transactions, and management of trademark portfolio

Reviews and reconciles invoices from law firms and processes through appropriate levels of authority. Tracks legal fee expenditures related to individual law firms, specific litigation and claims actions

Provide administrative support as needed; perform advanced, diversified and confidential administrative and paralegal duties requiring broad and comprehensive experience, skill and knowledge of organizational policies and practices

Performs other job-related duties as requested

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Bachelor's Degree

In related field

Preferred

2+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Paralegal Experience

Required

Certificate  of  completion  or  degree  from  a  paralegal  certificate  education  program  or  other  comparable  post-secondary institution

Preferred

Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) designation

Preferred

Ability to develop and maintain strong industry relationships across multiple disciplines and cross cultures

Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and verbal forms

Ability to communicate effectively, concisely and logically in a timely manner and at an appropriate level, while maintaining confidentiality

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to read and write proficiently to evaluate reports, correspondence and statistical information

Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast paced, team-oriented environment

Proficiency of computer software to include Outlook, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as office equipment, i.e. telephone, copier, fax machine

Excellent organizational skills to function effectively under time constraints and within established deadlines, with particular attention to detail

Effective listening abilities with strong judgment skills

Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all business contacts

Balancing

X

Bending

X

Carrying 10 pounds

X

Clear speech - simple

X

Clear speech - complex

X

Climbing

X

Distant vision

X

Driving

X

Flexibility - upper body

X

Flexibility - lower body

X

Hearing/Listening

X

Kneeling

X

Lifting 10 pounds

X

Near vision

X

Normal vision

X

Pushing/Pulling

X

Reaching

X

Sitting

X

Standing

X

Typing

X

Walking

X

Communication - verbal

X

Communication - written

X

Confined area

X

Contacts - works alone

X

Contacts - works around others

X

Contacts - works with others

X

Exposure to dust / dirt

X

Exposure to fumes / odors

X

Extreme cold

X

Extreme heat

X

Fast pace

X

Hazardous conditions - chemicals

X

Hazardous conditions - high structures

X

Hazardous conditions - high voltage

X

Indoors

X

Noise levels - low to moderate

X

Noise levels - high

X

Office conditions

X

Outdoors

X

Restricted area

X

Shifts

X

Smoke

X

Travel

X

Wet/Humid

X

Analytical

X

Clerical

X

Comprehension

X

Crisis incidents

X

Customer service

X

Decision making

X

High pressure

X

Judgment

X

Long hours

X

Math skills - advance

X

Math skills - basic

X

Organization

X

Reading - simple

X

Reading - complex

X

Repetition

X

Tight deadlines

X

Writing - simple

X

Writing - complex

X