In-House Paralegal

In-House Paralegal at IES Residential

Location:

Sugar Land, TX (US-TX-Sugar Land).

Salary: $70,000.00 - $.

We’re looking for an organized, detail-oriented Paralegal to join our in‑house Legal team. In this role, you’ll support a wide range of legal matters—including contracts, litigation, and compliance—and play a key part in keeping our operations accurate and running smoothly. You’ll work closely with attorneys and cross‑functional partners while gaining hands‑on experience across multiple legal disciplines. If you’re eager to grow your career in the legal field, this is an excellent opportunity.

• Contracts:
  • Assist with reviewing and editing agreements.
  • Track key dates, deadlines, and contractual obligations.
• Litigation:
  • Support attorneys with case preparation, discovery, legal research, and document management.
  • Organize and maintain litigation files and materials.
• Compliance:
  • Support ongoing compliance programs and policy updates.
  • Monitor regulatory changes and assist with implementation needs.
• General Legal Support:
  • Maintain legal files, databases, and calendars.
  • Serve as a resource to attorneys and the broader legal team.

• Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies (required).
• Paralegal certificate or Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
• 1‑2 years of experience in a legal setting (internship experience counts).
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with legal or contract management software is a plus.
• Minimum Education:
  
  Associate’s degree.
• Minimum Years of
  
  Experience:
  
  0‑2.

• Ability to perform repetitive motions (e.g., typing, data entry).
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
• Regular use of standard office equipment (computer, phone, copier, scanner).

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Exposure to a diverse mix of contracts, litigation, and compliance work.
• Opportunities to learn from a collaborative team and develop your legal skills.
• A supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity

Employer:

Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated.

IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at  or any IES office to request assistance.

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