Full-Time

Paralegal

Legal, Contracts

Posted on 2/28/2025

Road Runner

Road Runner

501-1,000 employees

LTL freight carrier with metro routes

Compensation Overview

$24 - $31.25/hr

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

Remote in USA

Remote

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Legal & Compliance (1)
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED, required. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
  • At least two (2) years of experience working in a paralegal function. Must have intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Office that allows for efficient administration of programs.
  • Strong communication (written and oral) and collaboration skills working with multiple external and internal contacts including site / business contacts, Payroll, IT, Recruiting, and Legal.
  • Must be a self-starter, extremely detail oriented, able to work independently and in a team environment, regularly meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct legal research and analysis using various online resources and databases.
  • Manage and organize case files, including electronic documents, and physical evidence.
  • Coordinate discovery, including drafting, and responding to discovery requests, organizing document production, and preparing for depositions.
  • Assist with trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit preparation, and courtroom logistics.
  • Provide administrative support, such as scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, and communicating with clients and opposing counsel.
  • Assists with drafting and reviewing contracts for various suppliers, vendors and partners.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with contracts and litigation, preferred.

Road Runner Freight is a freight carrier specialized in less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping across the United States, focusing on long-haul metro-to-metro routes. It offers long-haul, regional, and next-day LTL services, moving freight directly between major metropolitan areas on a data-driven network that bypasses rail transport to improve reliability and cost efficiency. Customers can obtain quotes, track shipments, and manage shipping documents through an online portal that includes enhanced reporting for registered users. The company emphasizes on-time delivery and the safe, damage-free handling of cargo. Its goal is to provide dependable, cost-effective LTL shipping between key urban hubs, differentiating itself from competitors by its direct metro-to-metro network and data-driven routing rather than relying on intermodal rail connections.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Downers Grove, Illinois

Founded

1984

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Prospero Staff Capital's 2025 acquisition injects capital for network expansion.
  • SmartWay Certification attracts sustainability-focused LTL shippers.
  • Next-day delivery in major metros boosts customer reliability.

What critics are saying

  • XPO Logistics and J.B. Hunt undercut rates with superior scale in 6-12 months.
  • Driver shortage raises costs as mega-carriers poach talent in 6-12 months.
  • Prospero Staff Capital extracts EBITDA, degrading service in 12-24 months.

What makes Road Runner unique

  • Roadrunner focuses on long-haul metro-to-metro LTL shipping bypassing rail.
  • 32 service centers in major metros enable direct loading and reduced handling.
  • Online portal provides real-time tracking, BOL images, and freight charges.

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Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Company News

PR Newswire
Nov 22nd, 2024
Prospero Staff Capital Acquires Majority Ownership in Roadrunner from Elliott Management

/PRNewswire/ -- Prospero Staff Capital, a private equity vehicle co-led by Ted Kellner and Chris Jamroz, announced today the acquisition of a majority...

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