Enterprise Bank & Trust - Saint Louis, MO
posted 3 months ago
The Litigation Paralegal position at Enterprise Bank & Trust plays a crucial role in supporting the in-house legal department. This position involves managing legal processes, case management, attorney fee tracking, and conducting legal research, all under the supervision of the Senior Paralegal and internal legal counsel. The paralegal will assist in managing processes and procedures related to legal actions served upon the Bank, such as garnishments, levies, and subpoenas. This includes researching bank systems to identify customers and accounts subject to attachment, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and preparing necessary legal documentation with oversight from internal legal counsel. In addition to managing legal processes, the Litigation Paralegal will review subpoenas and third-party requests for information, assisting the Senior Paralegal in overseeing the identification and collection of responsive materials. This role requires negotiation and coordination with requesting parties to produce materials in response to subpoenas, elevating issues for review by Bank counsel when necessary. The paralegal will also work closely with both internal and external Bank counsel to collect materials from Bank repositories and systems needed for ongoing litigation and regulatory matters. Legal research will be performed as assigned by the Bank's internal counsel, and the paralegal will assist the legal department with other special matters as needed. This position demands a high level of attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills are essential to meet deadlines and coordinate matters among various stakeholders. Professional and confidential communication is crucial due to the sensitive nature of certain legal matters. Experience in the banking or financial services industry is preferred, along with a solid understanding of California or Missouri law.