Are you a dedicated and experienced legal professional looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity? Look no further than Temple University! We are seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to join our dynamic and collaborative legal team. As a Senior Legal Assistant, you will play a critical role in supporting the university's legal operations and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal support, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for higher education. If you are ready to take your legal career to the next level, we want to hear from you!
- Provide high-quality legal support to the university's legal team.
- Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support the team's decision-making process.
- Draft and review legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and policies.
- Assist in the preparation for legal proceedings, including hearings, trials, and depositions.
- Maintain and organize legal files and documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including university staff, faculty, students, and outside counsel.
- Stay up-to-date on relevant laws and regulations and ensure the university's compliance.
- Collaborate with other departments and teams within the university to address legal issues and provide guidance.
- Handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
- Assist with special projects and initiatives as assigned by the legal team.
- Train and mentor junior legal assistants and support staff.
- Represent the university in a professional manner and uphold its values and standards.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance legal knowledge and skills.
- Proactively identify potential legal risks and provide recommendations to mitigate them.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to the university's mission and goals.
Bachelor's Degree In Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, Or Related Field.
Minimum Of 5 Years Of Experience As A Legal Assistant, Preferably In A Higher Education Or Non-Profit Setting.
Extensive Knowledge Of Legal Terminology, Procedures, And Documentation.
Strong Research And Analytical Skills, With The Ability To Synthesize Complex Information.
Excellent Communication And Interpersonal Skills, With The Ability To Work Effectively With Diverse Stakeholders, Including Attorneys, Faculty, Staff, And Students.
Communication
Time Management
Attention to detail
Analytical Thinking
Case management
Legal Research
Legal writing
Contract review
Document Preparation
Trial Preparation
Evidence Gathering
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Communication
Conflict Resolution
Emotional Intelligence
Leadership
Time management
creativity
Teamwork
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
Decision-making
According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Sr Legal Asst in Philadelphia, PA, USA is between $54,000 and $86,000 per year. This may vary depending on factors such as experience, education, and specific job duties.
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Temple University (sometimes referred to as Temple or TU) is a public research university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1884 by the Baptist minister Russell Conwell. On May 12, 1888, it was renamed the Temple College of Philadelphia. By 1907, the institution revised its institutional status and was incorporated as a university. Temple is among the world's largest providers of professional education (law, medicine, podiatry, pharmacy, dentistry, engineering and architecture), preparing the largest body of professional practitioners in Pennsylvania.
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