Legal Assistant at Pedros Flame Grilled Chicken

Job Description

• The Legal Assistant at Pedros will provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to the legal team, ensuring effective operations and compliance with company and legal standards. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Intelligence, discretion, and a proactive approach are essential qualities for success in this role.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Administrative Support:
• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence using Microsoft Word.
• Organize and maintain legal files, ensuring accessibility and compliance with confidentiality standards.
• Manage schedules, including arranging meetings, hearings, and travel for the legal team.
• Legal Operations:
• Conduct preliminary legal research and summarize findings for review by the legal team.
• Monitor and update legal databases, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
• Assist in reviewing and finalizing contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Communication and Liaison:
• Serve as a point of contact between the legal team, internal departments, and external stakeholders.
• Handle routine correspondence, inquiries, and follow-ups with requestors as well as with retainer attorneys and vendors.
• Compliance and Confidentiality:
• Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements in all documentation and communications.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all sensitive information and legal matters.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a legal support role or similar capacity. 
• Ability to use excel.
• Ability to work with AI software.
• Familiarity with legal research databases is advantageous.