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Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

It’s a challenge, and an invitation. Most importantly, it’s an opportunity to join an industry leader. There’s never been a better time to work at Generac. We’re shaping the market and investing in new companies and new technologies. Our rapid growth equals rapid career advancement opportunities for those who want to be challenged and enjoy a fast-paced, high-performance culture.

The paralegal supports the litigation team working towards the successful resolution of commercial, products liability, intellectual property and employment litigation.  The paralegal will assist attorneys in resolving litigation involving multiple business groups at Generac, maintaining litigation files, reviewing and drafting correspondence, releases, and other legal documents for attorney review, and performing legal research or other legal administrative matters as assigned.   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

5+ Years of paralegal experience, including direct experience in litigation supportAssociate’s Degree and/or relevant legal education (Paralegal Certificate)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous experience in an in-house legal departmentFamiliarity with products liability and complex commercial litigationExperience with eDiscovery and Relativity

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Litigation Support

Assists with initial fact investigation for potential and pending litigationManages litigation holds, including preparing and sending preservation notices to appropriate custodiansIndependently manages discovery for litigation matters working with internal resources and outside counsel assigned to the caseIdentifies relevant document and data sources and coordinates collection of company information for discovery, subpoena, and regulatory requestsResponds to subpoenas and requests for information with minimal supervisionSchedules and attends witness interviews and coordinates site inspections with internal and outside expertsMaintains case files and dockets deadlines for pending mattersProvides support on periodic and special projects

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must be able to present a professional demeanor and maintain a high-level of confidentiality and discretion with respect to sensitive mattersExcellent time-management skills, ability to prioritize and manage workloadAbility to become a highly skilled user of matter and document management databases as well as Microsoft Office SuiteExcellent attention to detail and ability to manage shifting priorities.Strong ability to communicate within all levels of the organization in professional manner, both verbally and written.Demonstrated accountability and ability to work on multiple projectsSelf-starter with a sense of urgency and ability to work independently and with a teamExperience supporting non-U.S. legal entities is a plus

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”