Paralegal (Employment Law)
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Paralegal (Employment Law)

Are you a legal professional who not only thinks logically and analytically, but also displays creativity in your problem-solving? Do you want to be a part of a top-notch in-house legal department that works with passion and drive like no other? Then apply today to our Legal Team at Ashley – the World's Largest Furniture Manufacturer and #1 furniture retailer in North America!

What Will You Do?

Working and supporting Ashley's in-house employment law team, you will be responsible for providing a broad range of paralegal services, including assisting in the defense of EEOC charges, DOL complaints, lawsuits, and internal investigations. Those responsibilities will include identifying custodians and witnesses, drafting and managing litigation holds, conducting fact investigations, coordinating and managing all stages of electronic and other discovery, working with outside counsel, and creating and administering matters in our case management system. You will also play a significant role in supporting employment law and HR compliance efforts, assisting the employment law and HR teams in identifying and fixing gaps in internal processes. This role is perfect for someone looking for variety, growth opportunities, and complex legal challenges.

What Do You Need?

• Associates degree in Paralegal or related field or equivalent work experience
• Paralegal Certificate
• 3+ years of relevant experience in handling a broad range of paralegal activities, preferably in employment law and employment litigation; experience with employment litigation is preferred
• Knowledge of electronic case management, e-discovery, litigation hold and other systems
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to coordinate and work with internal clients at all levels in the organization, outside counsel, vendors, and others associated with litigation matters
• A positive can-do attitude and a genuine desire to be a team player willing to assist with other assignments, projects, cases, and matters!

Who Are We?

At Ashley, we're more than a business…we're family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We're problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo. It's the reason we're always searching for better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.

Ready to grow? You've come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a “Growth Mindset”, and once you join our team, you'll learn from the best in the business.

Apply today and find your home at Ashley!

Benefits We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
• Telehealth
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

Our Core Values

• Honesty & Integrity
• Passion, Drive, Discipline
• Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
• Dirty Fingernail
• Growth Focused

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:

Corporate Social Responsibility

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.

Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully:

Ashley Furniture Industries, LLC, is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity unless an agreement is in place. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Ashley Furniture via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Ashley Furniture. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Ashley Furniture as a result of the referral or through other means.