Legal Advocate

As a Legal Records Keeper at our company, your role will involve managing and maintaining legal records, files, and documentation to support our legal department. You will play a crucial part in ensuring compliance with internal policies and legal retention requirements, facilitating easy access to accurate and up-to-date information for the legal team. Key Responsibilities: - Maintain and organize legal files (both physical and electronic) following records management policies. - Process, scan, categorize, and index various legal documents such as contracts, correspondence, and case files. - Track document versions and securely store confidential records, ensuring compliance with retention schedules and destruction policies. - Assist in archiving or retrieving documents promptly for legal team use. - Handle internal and external records requests under legal staff guidance. - Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and compliance teams to uphold consistent and accurate recordkeeping practices. - Support legal audits and regulatory inquiries by providing necessary documentation. - Maintain logs and databases related to legal cases, contracts, and compliance matters. Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate's or bachelor's degree is preferred. - Minimum of 2 years of experience in document or records management, with a preference for a legal or corporate background. - Familiarity with legal terminology and document types like contracts, pleadings, and discovery. - Proficiency in document management systems such as iManage, NetDocuments, or SharePoint. - Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially. - Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). Preferred Skills: - Knowledge of records retention laws and legal compliance requirements. - Previous experience in a law firm or in-house legal department. - Understanding of e-discovery and litigation support processes. Please note that this is a full-time, permanent position with in-person work location. As a Legal Records Keeper at our company, your role will involve managing and maintaining legal records, files, and documentation to support our legal department. You will play a crucial part in ensuring compliance with internal policies and legal retention requirements, facilitating easy access to accurate and up-to-date information for the legal team. Key Responsibilities: - Maintain and organize legal files (both physical and electronic) following records management policies. - Process, scan, categorize, and index various legal documents such as contracts, correspondence, and case files. - Track document versions and securely store confidential records, ensuring compliance with retention schedules and destruction policies. - Assist in archiving or retrieving documents promptly for legal team use. - Handle internal and external records requests under legal staff guidance. - Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and compliance teams to uphold consistent and accurate recordkeeping practices. - Support legal audits and regulatory inquiries by providing necessary documentation. - Maintain logs and databases related to legal cases, contracts, and compliance matters. Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate's or bachelor's degree is preferred. - Minimum of 2 years of experience in document or records management, with a preference for a legal or corporate background. - Familiarity with legal terminology and document types like contracts, pleadings, and discovery. - Proficiency in document management systems such as iManage, NetDocuments, or SharePoint. - Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially. - Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). Preferred Skills: - Knowledge of records retention laws and legal compliance requirements. - Previous experience in a law firm or in-house legal department. - Understanding of e-discovery and litigation support processes. Please note that this is a full-time, permanent position with in-person work location.