Paralegal – Employment & Labor Law

Job Type:

Regular

Work Location:

Highland, UT 84003

Overview:

2020 Companies is now hiring a full-time Paralegal.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Paralegal to support our legal and executive teams in managing complex caseloads, legal research, and regulatory compliance. This exempt position plays a critical role in preparing legal documents, responding to agency inquiries, supporting litigation efforts, and ensuring our operations align with federal, state, and local laws. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, skilled in legal writing, and experienced in areas such as contracts, labor and employment law, corporate compliance, and real estate and leasing. This role also supports business license and insurance processes, interacts with outside counsel, and partners closely with internal departments, including Human Resources and Business Development. If you're a confident communicator with a strong legal foundation and a commitment to confidentiality and professionalism, we’d love to hear from you.

Location:   On-site in the Highland, UT office

Our Benefits:  

• Competitive annual salary + monthly commission  

• Weekly Pay! On-demand pay options through DailyPay  

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits 401 (k) program with company matching  

• Paid time off and holidays  

• Partial technology reimbursement  

• Scholarship opportunities for employees and families  

• Employee Assistance Program

• Leadership Development Program 

Job Description:

• Provide case management and litigation support to the CEO and outside counsel, including collecting, organizing, and producing documents in response to all types of discovery requests, managing litigation calendars, and maintaining litigation files

• Identify and analyze legal issues, draft cease and desist letters, settlement agreements, and offer actionable advice to management

• Generate, negotiate, and coordinate the signature of nondisclosure and confidentiality agreements

• Research and assist in resolving business and legal issues relating to client and vendor contracts

• Professionally draft responses to government agency and lawyer letter inquiries (DOL, EEOC, TWC, etc.), as well as non-litigation issues (stop pays, fraudulent endorsement, demand letters, etc.)

• Support Human Resources matters by investigating, managing, and assisting in the resolution of labor and employment-related issues at all levels of the company

• Manage business license process; coordinate application and check requests in connection with the same

• Support business insurance process, including managing vendor relationships, rates, claims, and audits

• Support real estate/leasing matters that involve legal department review

• Assist in creating and implementing new strategies and policies, procedures, and checklists for efficiency compliance in corporate development

• Maintain confidentiality of case information and departmental issues

• Track and analyze specific repeat offenders or issues in regions/markets

• Maintain virtual legal database

• Provide overflow support to the Business Development and Quality Control Departments

• Maintain current knowledge of developments, legislation, rules, and regulations in EEO law and agency regulations

• Perform all other duties as assigned

Performance Measurements:

• Produce timely and accurate responses to litigation and government agency requests

• Produce timely summaries and reports, as needed or requested

• Proactively manage all insurance matters, including claims, negotiating renewals, and submissions

• Demonstrate consistent and timely follow-up to internal departments and outside counsel

• Accurately maintain internal docketing system and virtual files

• Maintain compliance with all business licenses and corporate filings

• Demonstrate consistent follow-up to support department needs and external demands

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Paralegal studies or related field; Paralegal Certification required

• 3-5 years of legal administrative experience

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

• Strong organizational and project management skills

• Ability to demonstrate initiative and follow-up

• Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

• Willingness to work extended hours as needed

What You Can Expect From 2020 Companies
We welcome every voice, and we are committed to building a truly inclusive environment where your differences are not just welcomed, they are celebrated. We are always identifying opportunities to encourage our team to be their authentic selves, while working to provide a best-in-class experience for our employees. Whether that’s paid holidays, long-term career pathing options, personal development opportunities or professional stretch assignments, you can expect 2020 Companies to support you.

2020’s Commitment
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organization and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other dimensions of identity.