Legal Assistant

Overview

The Shield Co. Management / EcoShield Pest Solutions is one of the fastest-growing pest control companies in the country! Our mission is to create the world’s happiest family, and our purpose is to spread happiness. We do this by delivering exceptional experiences to our customers, employees, partners, and communities—treating everyone like family. 

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in a fast-paced, high volume litigation environment. You will provide critical administrative and clerical support to our legal team, ensuring the efficient and effective management of legal processes. 

This will be a hybrid position, with attendance a minimum of three days per week at our Gilbert, AZ headquarters required. 

Responsibilities: 

• Review, sort and prioritize a high volume of emails for review by the appropriate member of the legal team 

• Locate appropriate templates and prepare drafts of legal correspondence and basic contracts for attorney review 

• Manage and maintain electronic document systems, ensuring documents are properly labeled and filed, both for storage and production.  

• Assist paralegals with litigation holds and locating documents for responsive productions. 

• Coordinate legal calendars, schedule meetings, and docket/manage deadlines.  

• Communicate with internal stakeholders and external third parties to manage expectations regarding status of claims 

Qualifications: 

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a legal assistant role. 

• Proficiency with legal documentation and electronic document management systems (experience with implementing litigation holds and eDiscovery databases like Everlaw is a plus). 

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Proactivity and an unwavering attention to detail 

Pay and Benefits 

EcoShield is proud to offer competitive pay and full benefits! 

• Compensation range depending on experience: $60,000-80,000/yr

• Paid sick and vacation time along with 10 company-paid holidays 

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, including a Health Savings Account (HSA). 

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage, plus voluntary life insurance. 

• 401(k) with a competitive match: 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2%. 

• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  

• Discounted pest control services for employees and their friends/family. 

 Physical Demands and Working Requirements  

The physical demands and working conditions outlined here are typical requirements for an employee to effectively carry out the essential duties of this job. 

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to assist individuals with disabilities in performing these essential functions. 

• Requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or workstation    

• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and using a computer mouse    

• Occasionally lift and carry office materials or supplies up to 25 pounds    

• Requires clear vision for reading documents, computer screens, and other office materials    

• Work is inside a climate-controlled office with quiet to moderate noise level 

The above statements are meant to outline the general nature and scope of work performed by employees in this role. They should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. 

EEO Statement: The Shield Co. Management, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We make employment decisions based on merit and business needs, without discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): The Shield Co. Management, LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during both the hiring process and throughout employment, in accordance with applicable laws. 

Salary : $60,000 - $80,000