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Working directly with our General Counsel and collaborating with our specialized outside counsel, you will navigate the legal complexities of a firm with international operations, global customers, and an internal venture studio. As part of our internal legal team, you will support various pillars of the business: Commercial & Contract Law: Assisting in the drafting and review of software licenses, SaaS agreements, and vendor contracts for our global customer base.

<p><strong>JOB DESCRIPTION</strong></p><p>We are seeking 5 to 6 high-caliber law students for our Summer 2026 In-House Legal program. This is a rigorous, fast-paced residency designed for 1L and 2L students who want a 360-degree view of the legal operations within a global technology firm.</p><p>Working directly with our General Counsel and collaborating with our specialized outside counsel, you will navigate the legal complexities of a firm with international operations, global customers, and an internal venture studio. We do not believe in a one-size-fits-all experience; our goal is to align your specific legal interests—whether in IP, immigration, or corporate law—with the diverse needs of our firm.</p><p>As part of our internal legal team, you will support various pillars of the business:</p><ul><li>Commercial & Contract Law: Assisting in the drafting and review of software licenses, SaaS agreements, and vendor contracts for our global customer base.</li><li>Intellectual Property: Supporting the firm's existing IP portfolio and the Startup Lab by managing the research and filing of trademarks and provisional patents for new ventures and protecting the firm's core proprietary technologies.</li><li>Immigration Law: Navigating the compliance and filing requirements for our international workforce and Startup Lab associates, specifically focusing on F-1 student visas, CPT, and OPT, as well as, H-1B and related visas.</li><li>Employment & International Operations: Researching and advising on employment statutes and operational risks across our Chicago, Hyderabad, and London offices.</li><li>Corporate Governance: Assisting with internal policies, risk management, and the legal frameworks required for rapid scale.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p><ul><li>Academic Standing: Currently enrolled as a 1L or 2L at a top-tier law school.</li><li>Proven Performance: We prioritize candidates with high academic achievement and a demonstrated history of excellence (LSAT 165+).</li><li>Versatility: A desire to work across multiple disciplines of law and the ability to pivot between complex research and practical drafting.</li><li>Future of Law: A keen interest in the legal implications of emerging technologies, specifically the global regulatory landscape of AI and its impact on traditional contract and IP frameworks.</li><li>Precision: Exceptional communication skills and the ability to interface with senior leadership and external counsel with technical accuracy.</li><li>Schedule: Start date: 1 June 2026; End date: 28 August 2026. Onsite.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>COMPENSATION & PERKS</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary commensurate with academic year and experience.</li><li>Substantive legal work that moves beyond typical clerical duties.</li><li>Exposure to the intersection of law, technology, and startups.</li><li>Fully stocked kitchen with assorted drinks & snacks.</li><li>Social and team-building events.</li><li>Professional development through mentors, training, and networking.</li><li>Opportunities for travel.</li><li>Future opportunities—simplified pathway to employment.</li></ul><p> </p>

Fulcrum Global Technologies

In-House Legal Summer Associate

Administrative Skills

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Code Reviews

Communication Skills

Contract Law

Corporate Governance

Corporate Law

Emerging Technology

Establish Priorities

IP (Internet Protocol)

Immigration Law

Intellectual Property (IP)

International Operations

Laboratory

Leadership

Legal

License Agreements

Mentoring

Patents

Regulations

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Software Licenses

Software as a Service (SaaS)

Startup

Trademarks

GreenHouseAPI

Occasionally required to sit for long hours, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. This role is critical in maintaining service quality, optimizing efficiency, and acting as the primary escalation point for complex issues.

<p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Legal Collections Operations Manager to oversee operational collection and litigation workflows, ensure compliance with client and company standards, and drive performance across assigned portfolios. This role is critical in maintaining service quality, optimizing efficiency, and acting as the primary escalation point for complex issues. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is data-driven, and is committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence. </p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Establish and refine processes and measurements, managing daily workflow and quality </li><li>Ensure legal documentation and supporting records are accurate, complete, and compliant prior to legal action </li><li>Monitor client performance metrics including service performance and aging inventory </li><li>Ensure accounts are worked according to client servicing level agreements (SLAs) </li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with management, production support teams and Contractor Management to improve portfolio outcomes </li><li>Analyze service outcomes and trends to improve portfolio strategies and operational efficiency </li><li>Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and client-specific requirements across all assigned functions </li><li>Manage daily operational workflows to maintain balanced capacity, timely execution, and achievement of performance goals </li><li>Analyze production and productivity reports to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement </li><li>Serve as the primary escalation point for complex files, aging cases, and customer concerns, ensuring timely resolution </li><li>Conduct root cause analysis on operational defects, client escalations, and missed deadlines </li><li>Conduct file reviews and quality assurance checks; document findings and implement corrective actions as needed </li><li>Monitor client requests to identify recurring trends and develop effective solutions </li><li>Deliver exceptional customer service by maintaining in-depth knowledge of client requirements and expectations </li><li>Track, achieve, and sustain key performance indicators (KPIs) </li><li>Identify and implement best practices to improve operational performance </li><li>Maintain proficiency in company systems, terminology, and operational standards </li><li>Prioritize tasks effectively while ensuring accuracy and compliance in all documentation </li><li>Apply client-specific nuances and preferences across all applicable processes </li><li>Punctual and regular attendance </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned </li></ul><p><strong>Supervisory Duties</strong></p><p>None. </p><p><strong>Minimum Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in related field preferred </li><li>Three plus (3+) years' experience in collections, legal servicing, or financial services operations </li><li>Knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedure for IL and WI </li><li>Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain strong organizational skills </li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications </li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills </li></ul><p><strong>Travel Requirement</strong></p><p>None. </p><p><strong>Work Environment</strong></p><p>Professional office work environment. Occasionally required to sit for long hours, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.</p>

Provest

Legal Collections Operations Manager

Analysis Skills

Best Practices

Continuous Improvement

Corrective Action

Credit and Collections

Cross-Functional

Customer Escalations

Customer Support/Service

Detail Oriented

Documentation

Financial Operations

Financial Services

High School Diploma

Legal Documents

Litigation

Maintain Compliance

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Operational Audit

Operational Improvement

Operational Strategy

Operations Management

Organizational Skills

Performance Analysis

Performance Management

Performance Metrics

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Production Support

Quality Assurance

Quality Management

Risk Analysis

Root Cause Analysis

Service Level Agreement (SLA)

Support Documentation

Systems Maintenance

Time Management

Trend Analysis

Willing to Travel

Writing Skills

IRecruitee

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the Cooper's Hawk Wine Club is perhaps the largest in the world, offering not only top-notch award-winning wines but also exclusive Wine Club membership benefits, including curated dining and travel experiences. This role will play a key part in managing corporate entities and filings, supporting liquor licensing processes, maintaining legal records and lease documentation, and assisting with litigation and insurance-related matters.

YEAR

<p><b></b></p><div>Ready to be part of something extraordinary? At Cooper’s Hawk, connection is at the heart of everything we do, and we’re looking for passionate people to join us. When you become part of our team, you step into a collaborative, supportive culture built on Uncompromising Hospitality, where standards and genuine care come together to create something truly unforgettable.  As we continue our exciting journey, you’ll help us deliver unforgettable experiences to our Wine Club Members and the entire Cooper’s Hawk community. Join us, and let’s turn moments into lasting memories.</div><div> </div><div>The Corporate Paralegal will support a broad range of corporate governance, compliance, licensing, real estate, litigation, and risk management activities for a growing multi-state restaurant and hospitality organization. This role will play a key part in managing corporate entities and filings, supporting liquor licensing processes, maintaining legal records and lease documentation, and assisting with litigation and insurance-related matters.</div><div> </div><div>The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, resourceful, adaptable, and comfortable balancing routine administrative responsibilities with evolving legal and operational needs in a fast-paced environment. This position is based out of Downers Grove, IL, where we have a hybrid work environment (3 days/week on-site). </div><div><b> </b></div><div><b>How You Will Succeed:</b></div><div><b> </b></div><div><b>Corporate Governance & Compliance</b></div><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Manage the creation, registration, and maintenance of corporate entities, including forming new LLCs and related filings in connection with new restaurant openings </li><li>Prepare and file annual reports, franchise tax filings, and other state-required corporate compliance documents </li><li>Coordinate and maintain registered agent renewals across multiple jurisdictions </li><li>Manage trade name registrations and renewals </li><li>Obtain and maintain certificates of good standing and other corporate records as needed </li><li>Maintain accurate corporate records, organizational documents, and filing calendars </li></ul><div><b> </b></div><div><b>Licensing & Real Estate Support</b></div><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Support liquor licensing activities in partnership with outside vendors and internal stakeholders </li><li>Assist with the preparation, organization, and tracking of liquor license documentation and renewals </li><li>Manage legal and lease documentation within Sitefolio, including uploading leases, tracking renewal dates, and maintaining accurate records </li></ul><div><b> </b></div><div><b>Risk Management Support</b></div><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Support risk management processes, including coordinating filings and documentation with insurance carriers </li><li>Help track and manage general liability claims, including guest incidents such as slip-and-fall cases </li></ul><div><b> </b></div><div><b>General Legal Support</b></div><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Assist with drafting, reviewing, organizing, and managing legal documents and correspondence </li><li>Coordinate with outside counsel, vendors, landlords, insurance carriers, and internal departments as needed </li><li>Support special projects and additional legal or operational initiatives in a growing organization </li><li>Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive information </li></ul><div><b> </b></div><div><b>What You’ll Need</b></div><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Minimum of 5 years of corporate paralegal experience, preferably supporting a multi-unit, retail, restaurant, hospitality, or similarly fast-paced organization </li><li>Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred; Paralegal certificate strongly preferred </li><li>Experience with corporate entity management, state filings, and compliance tracking </li><li>Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through </li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills </li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systems; experience with Sitefolio or similar platforms is a plus </li><li>Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments</li></ul><div><b> </b></div><div><b>Compensation Range: </b>$90,000 - $110,000. The final offered salary will be based on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity.</div><div> </div><div><b>What You’ll Get:   </b></div><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Incredible Discounts:</li><li><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Monthly Dining Allowance</li><li>50% Dining and Carryout</li><li>40% Retail Wine</li><li>20% Retail and Private Events</li><li>Monthly Complimentary Wine Tasting for Two </li></ul></li><li>Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Telemedicine and Wellness Program</li><li>Company Matching 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan</li><li>Flexible Savings Accounts- Health and Dependent Care</li><li>Health Savings Account </li><li>Long-Term Disability; Voluntary Short-Term Disability</li><li>Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (with option to purchase additional coverage)</li><li>Paid Parental Leave</li><li>Highly Competitive Pay plus Team Member Incentives & Rewards  </li><li>Paid Time Off </li><li>Milestones Recognition Program</li><li>Complimentary Gym Membership in RSC Building</li><li>Hybrid Work Week (3 days in office, 2 days remote, depending on role)</li></ul><div> </div><div><i>Cooper’s Hawk is an equal opportunity employer.</i><i> </i><i> </i><i>All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to the person</i><i>’</i><i>s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Cooper</i><i>’</i><i>s Hawk makes reasonable accommodations during all aspects of the employment process, including during the interview process.</i><i> </i> </div><div> </div><div><i>The information provided above indicates the general nature and level of work required of the position and is not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities or qualifications. The Benefits list is only a highlight of some of the benefits offered to team members; eligibility for certain benefits apply. </i> </div><p><b></b></p><p style="margin:0px">About Us</p><p><b></b></p>Cooper's Hawk features a Napa-style tasting room with wine-inspired retail for entertaining and a full-service restaurant, bar and private event space, offering a modern-yet-casual dining experience. Each scratch-kitchen menu item is designed to pair with our wines. Speaking of wine...the Cooper's Hawk Wine Club is perhaps the largest in the world, offering not only top-notch award-winning wines but also exclusive Wine Club membership benefits, including curated dining and travel experiences. Since 2005, we've brought the Napa Valley experience to our guests and Wine Club members, and now, with Piccolo Buco by Cooper’s Hawk, we’re bringing the vibrant flavors of Rome to them as well. Together, we’re creating a lifestyle brand like no other.

After four years of planning and construction, Cooper’s Hawk Winery &#38; Restaurant opened in 2005 in Orland Park, a south suburb of Chicago. The concept was unique. We would create a signature menu with a selection of dishes designed to pair perfectly with our own Cooper’s Hawk wines, made in our own private winery. With sophisticated food and exceptional wines, our concept was born.<br /><br />The Cooper’s Hawk concept includes four distinct components: an upscale casual dining restaurant, full-service bar, private barrel-aging room, and Napa-style tasting room and retail gift store…all under one roof. Each Cooper’s Hawk location is distinctive in layout and décor, but carries the same warmth and elegance that guests have come to expect.

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants

Corporate Paralegal

Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)

Claims Management

Corporate Compliance

Dental Insurance

Document Management

Follow Through

Insurance

Insurance Documentation

Legal Support Skills

Licensing

Licensing Compliance

Menu Development

Paralegal

Prescription Drugs

Real Estate

Record Keeping

Restaurant

Retail

Tax Reporting

Team Player

Telemedicine

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Draft estate planning documents to include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, and related amendments. They will play a critical role in managing client files, maintaining compliance, and facilitating clear communication with clients.

The Gierach Law Firm is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced <strong>Paralegal</strong> to join our Estate Planning Team in our Naperville office.  The successful candidate will support attorneys in all phases of estate planning.  They will play a critical role in managing client files, maintaining compliance, and facilitating clear communication with clients.<br/> <br/><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br/> <br/><ul><li>Draft estate planning documents to include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, and related amendments.</li><li>Collect and organize financial, personal, and asset information from clients.</li><li>Manage and maintain client files, both digital and physical, in accordance with firm policies.</li><li>Monitor deadlines and maintain tickler systems for follow-up.</li><li>Maintain up to date knowledge of relevant estate, tax, and probate laws.</li><li>Communicate professionally with clients, financial advisors, and other third parties </li></ul><strong>Qualifications:</strong><br/><ul><li>Minimum 5 years experience in estate planning or a related legal field.</li><li>Strong understanding of estate planning documents, terminology, and procedures.</li><li>Experience with legal practice management software such as Smokeball.</li><li>Notary Public license </li></ul> <br/><strong>Key Skills:</strong><br/> <br/><ul><li>Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Professional demeanor and discretion with confidential information.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.</li></ul> <br/><strong>Working Conditions:</strong><br/> <br/><ul><li>Primarily office-based with standard business hours, some flexibility may be required.</li><li>Occasional client meetings or signings may occur outside of normal office hours.</li></ul> <br/><strong>Pay & Benefits:</strong><br/> <br/><ul><li>Up to $75,000 salary - Commensurate with experience</li><li>Employee Medical Plan</li><li>Disability Insurance</li><li>Life Insurance</li></ul> <br/><strong>To Apply:</strong><br/>Please submit a cover letter along with your resume and send to BrianT@GierachLawFirm.com.  Thank you for considering this opportunity.  We will contact candidates whose qualifications best match our firm’s needs.  Please, no direct inquiries or agency submissions.<br/><br/>

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