Paralegal I - Regulatory

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Paralegal with experience in state and federal regulatory proceedings to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting attorneys by coordinating responses to interrogatories and requests for documents, managing regulatory filings, preparing legal documents, and ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal laws. This position requires a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
 

Regulatory Filings and Compliance:

• Prepare, file, and track regulatory documents and reports with state and federal agencies.
• Ensure timely submission of required filings to maintain compliance.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive calendar for regulatory deadlines and filings.

Case Management:

• Assist in managing legal proceedings and matters involving state and federal regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate responses to interrogatories and requests for documents, investigations, audits, or inquiries from regulatory bodies.

Document Preparation and Management:

• Assist with preparing legal memoranda, reports, summaries and correspondence related to regulatory matters.
• Organize and maintain accurate records of regulatory filings.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration:

• Work closely with internal departments, such as compliance, finance, operations and accounting, to ensure regulatory adherence across the organization.

Legal Research and Support:

• Research legal precedents, case laws, and administrative decisions related to regulatory issues.
• Monitor regulatory filings, summarize findings and present recommendations to attorneys for further action.
• Assist with litigation preparation, including the coordination of discovery materials and trial exhibits.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Experience: Minimum 1 year of paralegal experience required.
 

Education: Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA approved program.  High School Diploma or GED required.
 

Knowledge: Strong understanding of federal and state agencies.
 

Skills:

• Exceptional research and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, Bloomberg) and Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Proven experience with technology tools (e.g., software, applications, platforms).
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a regulated industry, such as energy, healthcare, finance, or telecommunications.
• Familiarity with administrative law and procedures for regulatory hearings and filings.
• Knowledge of document management tools.

Education Requirements

Required Degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree): GED or High School Graduate

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience.

Working Conditions

Other Working Conditions

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