Paralegal

Job Description

Description:

Kinetic Advantage is a dynamic independent floorplan company led by trusted industry veterans. Our core focus is helping our Independent Dealer partners and team members succeed while providing them with an exceptional and engaging user experience. We are committed to forging strong partnerships through transparent communication and simple, innovative solutions. We provide our partners and team members with the support and tools they need to grow throughout their journey.

Job Summary:

The paralegal will be a primary support to our General Counsel. The main responsibilities will be drafting legal pleadings, managing e-filings, and monitoring litigation statuses along with other administrative duties as needed.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Prepare all legal pleadings and documents for a high volume collections pipeline

Review bankruptcy dockets and prepare bankruptcy pleadings for defaulted dealers

Prepare responses to subpoenas received by the Company

Review and proofread all documents created, check for proper formatting, spelling and grammatical errors, as well as ensuring that all attachments, exhibits, or enclosures are intact before distribution

Assist General Counsel with various legal agreements and correspondence needed to support the business

Track and manage numerous deadlines related the Company's e-filings

Prepare settlement agreements

Track litigation statues, collections, and prepare reports

Performs all other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

Associates or Paralegal Certificate required

Required Skills/Abilities:

3-5 years’ experience drafting legal pleadings required

Solid understanding of the legal process with considerable knowledge of legal terminology regarding litigation documents and litigation procedures

Understanding of State and Federal court rules and procedures along with e-filing processes

Experience utilizing Pacer, TylerHost, and Odyssey required

Experience utilizing Sharepoint required

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Strong organizational and time management skills and ability to multi-task

Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment

Floorplan experience preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint)

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods of time

Must be able to communicate clearly

Ability to operate computer and office equipment, maintain paper files, move about an office environment

Must be able to move objects up to 20 pounds

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards

This job description reflects essential functions of this position but is subject to change at any time and does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law. Requirements:

Full-time