HilltopSecurities is looking to hire a Paralegal. The Paralegal will provide support to Attorneys by gathering, organizing, and preparing various documents and files for cases as well as prepare legal documents such as wills, contracts, briefs, appeals and pleadings. The qualified candidate will apply practical knowledge and perform activities in their area of focus and work independently with general supervision.
Responsibilities- Summarizes cases and prepares reports for attorneys
- Conducts research, investigating facts and developing legal arguments
- Drafts legal documents such as contracts, depositions and pleadings
- Prepares and files documents with courts
- Organizes and archives documents related to completed and ongoing cases
- Keeps track of changes in legal framework and provides timely updates to these changes
- Apply critical thinking to solve customer or operational requirements
- Perform tasks and applies knowledge of principles and methods necessary to meet operational requirements
- Interpret and explain products and/or processes
- Review and analyze data
- Prepare or maintain records
- Other functions as needed
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Degree preferred in relevant discipline
- Certification preferred
- Two (2) – four (4) years related experience
- Computer hardware, operating system (Windows or Mac) and software/application (MS Office, Internet Explorer, Outlook etc.) skills
- Co-Pilot or similiar AI experience a plus
- Excellent communication and time management skills
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in, or assigned to, the above position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required, and may be changed at the discretion of the Company.
About UsAt HilltopSecurities, we believe in building noble and collaborative relationships that enrich the financial future of individuals, businesses and communities. With an extensive portfolio of products, we deliver a broad range of investment banking and related financial services that help our clients achieve their definition of success. As a subsidiary of HilltopHoldings, which also encompasses PlainsCapital Bank, and PrimeLending, we have the financial strength and stability that has withstood the test of time. Our nationwide presence in 400 locations across 44 states provides our associates with extensive opportunities to grow their careers in a diverse organization that truly values relationship capital above all else.
Skills Required
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Degree in a relevant discipline
- Certification (paralegal certification)
- Two to four years related experience
- Proficiency with computer hardware, operating systems (Windows or Mac), and software/applications (MS Office, Internet Explorer, Outlook)
- Experience with Co-Pilot or similar AI tools
- Excellent communication and time management skills
What We Do
Experience. Expertise. Extraordinary Results. PrimeLending, a PlainsCapital Company (NMLS: 13649), is a proven powerhouse in home lending, combining personal guidance and local expertise with fast service, more choices and the flexibility to meet homeowners’ unique needs. We’re a national home lender relentlessly focused on empowering our customers to boldly pursue their homeownership goals. Whether a borrower is looking to buy, refinance or renovate a home, the PrimeLending team can help them make smart home financing decisions and have a rewarding experience along the way. Along with our next level service, PrimeLending owns one of the most comprehensive suite of loan products in the industry, which includes renovation, refinancing, jumbo, FHA, VA, fixed-rate and adjustable-rate mortgage loans. We work alongside business partners, including real estate professionals and homebuilders, who trust us to get the job done on time and done right. Delivering on this promise for more than 30 years, we’re proud to consistently earn a 96% customer satisfaction rating and become our homeowners’ lender for life. Whether you are a homeowner or a business partner, we invite you to experience the PrimeLending difference today! Work at PrimeLending Ready to discover your best and unleash your unlimited potential? PrimeLending is always looking for doers, visionaries, entrepreneurs and leaders who welcome the challenge to find out how good they really are. If you’re a mortgage superstar primed to dominate your local market, contact us today or joinprimelending.com to learn how you can join our winning formula. For licensing information go to www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org https://www.primelending.com/legal-disclosures/licensing-disclosures Equal Housing Lender This site is not authorized by NY Dept of Fin Serv. No mortgage loan applications will be accepted through this site.
