We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Paralegal to join the Thomson Reuters General Counsel's Office to support our global litigation and employment attorneys.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation support, administrative skills and project management, as well as excellent research and analytical skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Fluency in English is required (and Spanish while not required, is a plus).
The position will report to an attorney manager in Sao Paolo and will work as part of a global team.About the roleProvide general administrative support to litigation and employment/labor attorneys, including: receiving and responding to subpoenas, preparing correspondence, coordinating payment of invoices, managing law firms/vendors in our internal systems and assisting attorneys with monthly/quarterly reportingConduct legal research and draft advisory memorandaPrepare and draft legal documentsAssist with the preparation and service of discovery requests, responses, and subpoenasAssist attorneys in preparing for depositions, hearings, and trialsOrganize and manage case files and document databasesCoordinate and communicate with internal clients, law firms, and third partiesSummarize and translate (with support of Gen AI tools) depositions, trial transcripts, and other legal documentsManage deadlines and ensure timely filing of court documentsDevelop and maintain spreadsheets, databases, and other tracking systemsPerform administrative tasks as needed to support the legal teamLiaise with other attorneys and legal professionals in the department, including Legal Operations teamAbout YouBachelor's degree in Law or AdministrationMinimum of 3 years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegalFluency in English and Portuguese (Spanish is a plus)Excellent research, writing, and communication skillsProficiency in legal research (experience with AI tools a plus)What We OfferHybrid Work Model: We adopt a hybrid and flexible work model (2 to 3 days per week in the office, depending on the role), providing an experience that connects teams digitally and physically.Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefits plan including medical and dental assistance, access to physical and mental wellness platforms, flexible vacation, and remote work options.Culture: A globally recognized company committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.Learning and Development: Access to LinkedIn Learning, internal Talent Marketplace, mentorship programs, and more.Social Impact: Employee resource groups, paid volunteer days, and ESG initiatives.Work with Purpose: We help our clients seek justice, truth, and transparency.As a global company, we value diversity of cultures and thoughts to achieve our goals.
We seek qualified talent in all our global operations, regardless of race, color, gender, nationality, religion, disability, age, marital status, or any other protected classification.
We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer.For more information about Thomson Reuters, visit thomsonreuters.com .#J-18808-Ljbffr