Corporate Paralegal

Location(s): San DiegoPractice/Department: LegalWork Environment: Hybrid Compensation: $36.05-$45.67 hourly*Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies. Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has beenrecognized by leading industry organizations, andwe’vebeen honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards. Ouremployee-ownersare unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience. Learn more about ouraward-winning culture, thebenefits and perksof being aDudekian, and theprojectsyou will have the opportunity to shape.Who You AreAs anemployee-owner, you embrace accountability, working safely, andcollaborationwhile thinking resourcefully and independently. Like allDudekians, you are curious andsolution-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit ofinnovation.HowYou’llMake an ImpactThe Corporate Paralegal will support the Legal Department in managing legal matters, transactions, and compliance initiatives. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Duties and ResponsibilitiesLegal Matter Management:Maintain and organize legal files, databases, and matter tracking systems.Assist in the intake, assignment, and tracking of legal requests and projects.Coordinate with internal stakeholders and outside counsel to ensure timely updates and resolution of legal matters.Generate reports and dashboards to support legal operations and decision-making.Contracts Support:Support Contract Administration function by:Assisting with due diligence into new private clientsManaging Certificate of Insurance processCompleting forms (statement of qualifications; new vendor; etc)Reducing outstanding unsigned contracts statisticsCompliance & Regulatory:Assist with regulatory filings and reporting obligations.Support internal audits and investigations as needed.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program.Minimum of 3-5 years of corporate paralegal experience, preferably in a law firm or in-house legal department.Experience with legal matter management systems and processes.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal management software Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environmentMustpossessa valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employmentPreferred QualificationsExperience supporting legal or contract functions within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) or environmental consulting industry.Familiarity with professional services agreements, including MSAs, task orders, and subconsultant agreements.Experience managing or coordinating Certificates of Insurance (COIs) and insurance compliance requirements.Experience working with contract lifecycle management (CLM) or legal matter management systems (e.g., Agiloft or similar)Compensation: $36.05-$45.67 hourly**Finalagreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.Working ConditionsThis joboperatesin a remote or office-basedenvironmentand this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.Physical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This job requires the following:Working on a computer, sitting, or standing forlong periodsof time in an office or remote office setting.Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc.Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Connect with us!?LinkedIn?Instagram▶️YouTube?Dudek Talent CommunityDudek is committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of their background, feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunities to succeed. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our business success, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are committed to fair andequitableprocesses, based on merit, free from any discrimination.Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable lawsprovidingequal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to allpersonsinvolved in Dudek’s operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek, including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status) in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudek’s commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action. Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization.

Created: 2026-03-09