at Sunrun in Springfield, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Everything we do at Sunrun is driven by a determination to transform the way we power our lives. We know that starts at the individual employee level. We strive to foster an environment you can thrive in through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging.
OVERVIEW
Sunrun is on a mission to make solar energy affordable for more people. We help people upgrade their home to solar energy without the big upfront costs. Sunrun is the leading dedicated residential solar company in the country and has a mission to bring clean, solar power service to the masses.
The Sunrun Legal Team is seeking an experienced, meticulous, and energetic individual to work as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant. Under the supervision of attorneys on the Legal Team, you will work to provide a wide range of support in the handling and resolution of a wide range of litigation and employment related matters.
RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Maintain a complete and accurate list of litigation matters, including but not limited to demand letters, subpoenas, and complaints.
+ Information gathering/delivery, including attending meetings in place of attorneys to gather facts or to deliver the attorney’s advice.
+ Conduct factual research, gather relevant information necessary to respond to escalated customer complaints, demand letters, subpoenas/discovery requests, arbitration demands, and summons/complaints.
+ Assist in responding to consumer complaints, demand letters, subpoenas/discovery requests, arbitration demands, and summons/complaints.
+ Prepare chronology of events and reports based on research results to identify trends.
+ Maintain relevant databases and files for effective case management.
+ Calendar hearing dates and filing deadlines.
+ Assist and work cohesively with attorneys, paralegals, and other professionals across the Legal Team, as well as outside counsel and their teams.
+ Analyze and identify weaknesses and areas for improvement to mitigate risks.
+ Compile, research, and distribute reports concerning legal and compliance projects.
+ Assist and organize the intake and processing of consumer complaints, disputes, and litigation matters.
+ Draft and organize procedures, research libraries, and legal memoranda.
+ Keep trackers and calendar up to date with all deadlines relating to litigation.
+ Assist attorneys and outside counsel in matters of consumer compliance, arbitration, regulatory inquiries, and litigation.
+ Assist attorneys with travel arrangements, expense reports, and other administrative matters.
+ Other duties/responsibilities as needed and assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
+ Extensive experience in multitasking projects, workloads, and competing priorities.
+ Meticulous organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
+ Adept at solving problems independently, effectively, and in alignment with Company policies and goals.
+ Proficient with Google Suite.
+ Fluent in information technology, software, and systems, including, for example, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and databases.
+ Experience with project management across teams and executing on strict deadlines.
+ Familiarity with all aspects of litigation.
+ Strong preference for experience at a law firm or in-house.
+ Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience.
+ Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Paralegal school/paralegal certificate not required.
Recruiter:
Amanda Frock (amanda.frock@sunrun.com)
This description sets forth the general nature and level of the qualifications and duties required of employees in this job classification, as well as some of the essential functions of this role. It is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of all essential duties and qualifications. If you have a disability or special need that may require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process or to perform this role if you are offered employment, please let us know by contacting us at candidateaccomodations@sunrun.com .
Sunrun is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Our commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (https://careers.sunrun.com/us/en/diversityandinclusion) drives our ability to build diverse teams and develop inclusive work environments. At Sunrun, we believe that empowering people and valuing their differences will help us create a planet run by the sun for everyone. We are committed to equal employment opportunities without consideration of race, color, religion, ethnicity, citizenship, political activity or affiliation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex or gender, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal convictions, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
