Senior Paralegal, Consumer Litigation at Best Buy in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Job Description:

<span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">We're seeking an experienced Senior Paralegal to join our Consumer Litigation Team. This position will, under the direction of a supervising attorney, respond to subpoenas, investigate claims, and respond to demand letters and small claims lawsuits. You will be joining an experienced team and will be working in a fast paced, collaborative environment working to investigate and resolve legal matters on behalf of Best Buy. Candidates should be detail-oriented and able to balance multiple priorities and deadlines.</span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This role is hybrid, which means you will be required to work some days on-site at the Best Buy location listed on this posting and some days virtually from home or other non-Best Buy location. The specific work arrangements vary by role and team. The recruiter or hiring manager will provide more details during the hiring process. </span></span><br><br><strong><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">What you'll do</span></span></strong><ul><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Investigates and gathers facts from internal clients</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Responds to subpoenas and demand letters</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Negotiation of settlements</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Preparation of defense packets and clients for small claims court</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Completes administrative work to support the team, including reporting</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Maintains and updates file management systems</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Monitor team mailboxes</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Coordinates with outside counsel</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Additional work (projects and tasks) as needed</span></span></li></ul><strong><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Basic qualifications</span></span></strong><ul><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">7 or more years of experience as a paralegal</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Paralegal Associates Degree or Paralegal Certificate or equivalent legal education</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Strong communication skills with proficiency with letter writing</span></span></li></ul><strong><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Preferred qualifications</span></span></strong><ul><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Litigation experience</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Prior retail experience</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Detail oriented with strong research and analytical skills</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ability to work and manage case load and tasks with minimal supervision</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The ideal candidate should be very comfortable working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><strong>What's in it for you</strong><br>We're committed to helping our people thrive at work and at home. We offer generous benefits that address your total well-being and provide support as you need it, especially key moments in your life.<br><br>Our benefits include:</span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Competitive pay</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Generous employee discount</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Physical and mental well-being support</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><strong>About us</strong><br>As part of the Best Buy team, you'll help us fulfill our purpose to enrich lives through technology. We bring that to life every day by humanizing and personalizing tech solutions for every stage of life - in our stores, online and in customers' homes.<br><br>Our culture is built on deeply supporting and valuing our amazing employees who make it all possible. We're committed to being a great place to work, where you can unlock unique career possibilities. Above all, we aim to provide a place where you can bring your full, authentic self to work now and into the future. Tomorrow works here.™<br><br>Best Buy is an equal opportunity employer.</span></span>PandoLogic. Keywords: Paralegal, Location: Minneapolis, MN - 55423