Senior Paralegal, Litigation

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

• Estimated annual base pay: $61,000(minimum) - $79,000(midpoint) - $98,000(maximum)
  • All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
  • 401(k) match (4.5%)
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including:
• Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

What You Will Be Doing

• Advanced Legal Research and Analysis: Perform detailed and comprehensive legal research, analyzing complex laws, regulations, and case precedents to provide actionable insights that directly inform legal strategy. Summarize findings in well-structured memoranda or reports for use by attorneys in litigation, negotiation, or advisory matters.
• Case Management and Coordination: Take responsibility for managing medium-to-high complexity case files, ensuring all documentation is meticulously organized, deadlines are proactively managed, and critical information is readily accessible. Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and third parties to ensure smooth case progression.
• Client and Witness Interaction: Serve as a key contact for clients and witnesses, conducting interviews to gather relevant information, preparing them for depositions or hearings, and addressing inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality. Build strong relationships to foster trust and effective communication.
• Document Drafting and Review: Draft, review, and revise a variety of legal documents, including pleadings, discovery materials, contracts, and correspondence. Ensure all documents meet high standards of accuracy, compliance, and attention to detail, while adhering to applicable court and legal requirements.
• Team Support and Process Improvement: Provide guidance to junior paralegals and actively contribute to improving workflows and processes within the legal team. Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, streamline case handling, and foster collaboration across departments.

What We Are Looking For

• BA/BS degree or a certificate from an accredited paralegal program preferred
• 10+ years of paralegal experience, preferably in both law firms and corporate legal departments, with strong knowledge of litigation processes and issues
• Expanded Legal Knowledge: A deeper understanding of legal principles, statutes, and procedural rules that allows for handling more complex cases and assisting with strategy development.
• Advanced Research Skills: Proficiency in conducting detailed legal research, analyzing case law, and synthesizing findings to support attorneys in litigation and advisory matters.
• Complex Case Management: Ability to manage medium-to-high complexity case files, ensuring all documents are organized, deadlines are met, and information is readily accessible to attorneys.
• Document Drafting Expertise: Skill in drafting and reviewing more complex legal documents, such as motions, briefs, contracts, and discovery responses, with precision and adherence to legal standards.
• Client and Witness Interaction: Strong interpersonal skills for interviewing clients and witnesses, preparing them for depositions or hearings, and maintaining professional relationships.
• Leadership Skills: Emerging leadership abilities to guide junior paralegals, delegate tasks effectively, and ensure high-quality work across the team.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of legal technology, including case management systems, e-discovery tools, and document automation software, to enhance efficiency.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail to ensure accuracy in legal filings, case documents, and project deliverables, reducing the risk of errors or missed deadlines.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities to manage large volumes of documentation, coordinate with multiple stakeholders, and handle the complexities of high-value cases.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to anticipate challenges, propose solutions, and contribute to the resolution of issues arising during case handling or legal processes.

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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