Paralegal Assistant

Job Type

Full Time Opportunity

Location : Cupey. PR.

General Description

Provides support primarily to attorneys; conduct legal and documentary research, including tracking changes in laws and regulations, draft memorandum, summaries, and other relevant documents necessary to accomplish tasks and assist in obtaining and compiling, analyzing and monitoring statistical data from various sources. Will work in a hands-on capacity to identify, preserve, collect, and analyze electronically stored information. Offer support to lawyers in litigation cases, including appearing as a witness in court.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate cases before referring an attorney to ensure that all documentation is accurate and complete.
• Organize and manage physical and digital documentation : Review and analyze legal documents, such as : contracts, loan documents, deeds, powers of attorney, and affidavits. Document the follow-up and status of the assigned case in the Bank's different systems.
• Prepare communications and legal documents : interrogatories, payment agreements.
• Interact with and support outside counsel in the process of collecting and analyzing evidence.
• Visit law firms for case analysis and review case development if necessary.
• Locate and develop relevant information for a legal case.
• Prepare reports and analyses as requested.
• Answer calls from colleagues and clients about ongoing cases.
• Perform administrative functions of answering the phone, serving clients, preparing letters, coordinating payment agreements, meeting with attorneys for case discussions, and attending hearings or trials as a representative of the Bank.
• Investigate and enforce applicable law as necessary.
• Handle draft letters, legal memoranda, model documents, and other related matters.
• Provide support to the Supervisor in handling audit requests, evaluations, updates of internal procedures, among others.
• Support initiatives and tasks for the success of the department as per business need or assigned supervisor.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related fields

Experience

Certifications / Licenses

No certifications or license needed.

Other Qualifications

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday from 8 : 00 am to 5 : 00 pm.

Flexibility to work extended hours, holidays and weekends if necessary.

Values

Passion for People

Succeed Together

Own Every Moment

Build the Future

Important : The candidate must provide evidence of academic preparation or courses related to the job posting, if necessary.

ABOUT US

Popular is Puerto Rico’s leading financial institution and have been evolving since it was founded over a century ago. From a small bank it has developed into a large corporation that offer a wide variety of services and financial solutions to our customers, with presence in the United States, the Caribbean and Latin America.

As employees, we are dedicated to making our customers dreams come true by offering financial solutions in each stage of their life. Our extensive trajectory demonstrates the resiliency and determination of our employees to innovate, reach for the right solutions and strongly support the communities we serve; therefore, we value their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds.

We reaffirm our commitment to always offer essential financial services and solutions for our customers and communities, including during emergency situations and / or natural disasters. Popular’s employees are considered essential workers, whose role is critical in the continuity of these important services even under such circumstances. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that Popular may require your services during and immediately after any such events.

If you have a disability or need more information about requesting an accommodation, please contact us at asesorialaboral@popular.com . This email inbox is monitored for such types of requests only . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed exemptions or reasonable accommodations. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

Are you ready for a rewarding career?

Popular is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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