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Daikin Applied is hiring a Paralegal! This critical position provides essential legal support to the Disputes Team, ensuring timely and accurate handling of lawsuits, subpoenas, small claims, product claims, and related matters. This impactful role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!
Location: Plymouth, MN - Hybrid
What you will do:
- Intakes, organizes, and maintains files in matter management system
- Runs reports and prepares data visualizations for team metrics and KPIs
- Manages discovery, including the collection, organization, and preparation of data for production
- Issues and manages litigation holds
- Prepares drafts of basic documents, including correspondence, responses to discovery and subpoenas, affidavits and declarations, settlement agreements, and other documents
Manage and maintain case files, records, and documentation within the matter management system - Investigates facts and collects relevant documents relating to disputes
- Maintains and submits litigation and compliance reports.
- Manages service of process
- Works with Finance to process payments for legal settlements and other needs
- Manages administrative needs of the Disputes team, including invoicing, filing, calendaring, and scheduling meetings
- Assists with other projects as needed
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associates Degree or Certificate in Paralegal Studies or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience as a paralegal
- Work visa sponsorship is not offered for this position
Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
- 401K retirement plan with employer match
- Paid time off and company-paid holidays
- Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
- Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
The typical hourly rate for this position ranges from $35.24 - $58.04 in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade in which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
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Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history, education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law. Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis (marijuana) testing. All testing and employment decisions will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!
Skills Required
- Associate Degree or Certificate in Paralegal Studies or equivalent experience
- 4-6 years of paralegal or litigation support experience
- Experience managing case files and using a matter management system
- Experience coordinating discovery, data collection/production, and e-discovery/litigation hold processes
- Experience drafting legal documents, correspondence, subpoenas, affidavits, declarations, and settlement agreements
- Experience overseeing service of process and case administrative requirements
- Ability to prepare litigation, compliance, and legal reports and develop dashboards/data visualizations
- Strong analytical skills
- Project management skills (coordinate projects, meet deadlines/budgets)
- Customer service and interpersonal skills, including confidentiality
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Adaptability and ability to manage competing demands
- Dependability and willingness to commit to extended hours when necessary
- Professionalism and ability to work well under pressure
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship (sponsorship not available)
- Ability to work hybrid in Plymouth, MN (local or able to commute)
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What We Do
Daikin Applied delivers superior air quality and energy efficiency to every solution with innovation in advanced technology, IoT, and next generation compressors. Daikin branded products, solutions, and services are sold through a global network of dedicated sales, service, and parts offices. Daikin Applied’s parent company, Daikin Industries, Ltd. reports revenues in excess of $20 billion and has more than 67,000 employees worldwide, making it the largest HVAC manufacturer in the world. Daikin Industries, Ltd. has more than 90 production sites worldwide and works with customers in more than 150 countries.
