What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal - Corporate position at MGM Resorts International?
Paralegal - Corporate
• Las Vegas/United States of America
• Full time
Description
Las Vegas, Nevada
The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.
THE JOB:
MGM Resorts International is seeking a dedicated paralegal to assist our Department Attorneys in delivering high-quality legal services to the organization and its subsidiaries. This role involves providing essential support to a dynamic legal team in a fast-paced environment. Candidates with a passion for law and a commitment to excellence will find this opportunity both rewarding and integral to the success of our legal operations.
THE DAY-TO-DAY:
• Strong knowledge of the practice procedures of the various government agencies involved in Labor & Employment matters, i.e. EEOC, MDCR, Labor Commission and NLRB
• 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
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
• 2+ years of paralegal experience is required
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred
• Experience with case management systems is preferred; experience with Litify is highly preferred
• Experience in corporate law and litigation
• Employment law experience is helpful
THE PERKS & BENEFITS:
• Competitive and comprehensive health benefits as well as wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more
• Free meals in our employee dining room
• Free parking on and off shift
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community