Paralegal

PGA TOUR - Entry Level
Ponte Vedra Beach · FL
Clerk/Paralegal
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The Best Players Need the Best People.

Paralegal supports attorneys in high volume litigation and transactional legal matters.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum of 2 years college course work or equivalent technical training required.  Bachelor's degree and Paralegal Certificate preferred

  • Minimum of ten years paralegal experience required.  Prior work experience in a corporate legal and/or corporate law firm environment required.  Previous experience with litigation, corporate contracts, non-profit entities, document retention policies, sweepstakes, or contests preferred

  • Advanced level skills with Microsoft Word and Lexis-Nexis/ Westlaw required

  • Must be able to handle multiple, complex tasks simultaneously within established deadlines.  Must be highly organized and possess strong writing skills

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

  • Prepare and review major commercial agreements, including title, sponsorship, facilities, television, tournament, and other contractual agreements

  • Assist in the preparation, review, and negotiation of contractual arrangements, including:  marketing agreements, vendor agreements, ticketing and hotel agreements, leases, independent contractor, consulting, and other business arrangements of the PGA TOUR, as directed

  • Assist attorney in monitoring and managing all litigation and pre-suit disputes, including complex commercial matters, class actions, civil rights lawsuits, wage and hour claims, personal injury, employee benefits claims, and significant internal investigations as directed

  • Provide daily legal support to various business divisions of the PGA TOUR, including: the PGA TOUR, Nationwide Tour, Champions Tour, Championship Management, International Television, New Media, Retail Licensing, and Tournament Players Clubs as directed

  • Assist with the development of sweepstakes and contest requirements and draft appropriate legal documentation

  • Assist with regulatory compliance pertaining to non-profit entities

  • Assist with the implementation and enforcement of our Document Retention Policy and electronic record management

  • Special projects or other duties as assigned