What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at The GEO Group, Inc.?
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Summary
Under the direction of attorneys in the legal department, provide litigation and contract support to attorneys in the resolution of corporate legal issues.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Reviews discovery requests and assists in the preparation responses.
- May provide general assistance in preparing for closings, hearings, mediation, trial, and corporate meetings as directed.
- Prepares case summaries and monitors litigation management databases as directed by the attorneys.
- Maintains court calendars, deadlines and litigation timetables.
- Prepares affidavits and other affected parties, as necessary including coordination of witness interviews as needed.
- Interacts with outside counsel to assist with discovery and witness coordination.
- Performs notary functions.
- Performs other marginal related duties as assigned by management.
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum of two (2) years towards Bachelor’s degree or Associate's degree in legal or related field required.
- Certification (Registered Paralegal or Certified Legal Assistant) from a recognized professional society or state agency and a minimum of two (2) years of work experience in the legal field required.
- Experience and proficiency in use of Legal Tracker, Microsoft Office and PACER systems.
- Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
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