Paralegal – Legal Department

Lakewood Church – Houston, Texas

Reports To: General Counsel

Salary Range: $75,000–$95,000 annually.

Compensation: Final compensation will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, and organizational needs.

Relocation Assistance: Lakewood Church is prepared to consider relocation support for qualified candidates moving to the Houston area. Support may include reasonable, pre-approved moving expenses, travel, temporary housing, and other relocation-related costs.

Signing Bonus: Lakewood Church may offer a signing bonus to an exceptionally qualified candidate whose experience and capabilities closely match the needs of the Legal Department. The amount and terms, including payment timing and any applicable repayment obligation, will be included in the written offer of employment.

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

Departmental and Administrative Support

Serve as liaison between the Legal Department and departmental staff and leaders
Provide high-level legal administrative support, including legal research, information requests, and clerical functions
Manage heavy calendars and coordinate meetings, trainings, and events with internal and external executives, staff, assistants, and consultants
Prioritize and manage multiple projects and follow through on issues in a timely manner
Answer and route phone calls, check voicemail, return calls, and respond to Legal Department emails
Draft and distribute interdepartmental correspondence and emails
Demonstrate strong customer service in dealing with the public and staff
Perform general office support, including copying, faxing, databases, mail merges, mass mailings, meeting notes, and agendas
Deliver internal and external correspondence (e.g., post office, FedEx)
Coordinate miscellaneous and administrative mail for the Legal Department
Perform general office duties, special projects, and other duties as assigned

Financial and Travel Administration

Prepare purchase orders, contracts, travel authorizations, and check requests for the Legal Department
Process expense reports and reimbursement requests
Receive, review, and file monthly financial and budget reports
Complete and submit annual insurance renewal applications
Arrange travel, lodging, and transportation as needed

Meetings, Communications, and Presentations

Facilitate conference calls, in-person meetings, and related logistics
Direct incoming and outgoing electronic communications
Assist with preparation of presentation materials
Draft letters, memos, policies, board minutes, and other documents and correspondence

Legal Documents, Contracts, and Records

Draft and maintain various release documents
Assist with trademark and copyright administration
Create and update status timelines for claims and lawsuits
Receive, log, and file executed contracts and maintain a contract log spreadsheet
Assist in contract administration, including city, state, federal, national, and global legal contracts and documents
Maintain and update department-specific spreadsheets and timelines
Maintain and renew Sales and Use Tax certificates for select states

Copyright, Media, and Intellectual Property

Assist in administration of the Copyright Department: monitor, respond to, and maintain copyright email regarding use of copyrighted materials
Conduct renewals of music and video licenses for use and publishing
Manage copyrighted musical works and assist with overall music management for the church
Maintain publishing permission agreements spreadsheets
Report fraudulent activity on social media platforms
Assist with removal of fake social media sites, websites, and other infringing material as directed

Personnel, Ministry, and Internships

Organize and facilitate the quarterly legal internship program
Facilitate and maintain new and recurring ministerial ordination/licensing for pastors, staff, and non-staff

International Offices and External Relationships

Assist in administration of international offices and facilitate communication between Lakewood Church and its international offices
Establish and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships

Professional Expectations

Handle sensitive and confidential information with tact, discretion, and diplomacy
Work under pressure and time constraints while handling changing priorities
Be willing to work extended hours when necessary and remain on call as needed

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of directly related experience
Commitment to Lakewood Church’s vision, mission, values, and core beliefs
High motivation, attention to detail, and flexibility
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Proactive self-starter requiring minimal oversight
Strong electronic file management skills
Ability to conduct research via internet and legal platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, Practical Law)
Ability to perform a wide range of secretarial and administrative functions needed for Legal Department operations
Effective project management skills, including prioritization and organization to meet deadlines
Strong listening skills and ability to defuse, handle, or route calls appropriately
Ability to think clearly, analyze problems, and escalate matters to the appropriate department leader in a timely manner
Professional appearance and conduct
Courteous, prompt, and timely with strong attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage time effectively
Proven ability to work independently and as a strong team player
Strong commitment to confidentiality
High critical-thinking skills

Education

Paralegal Certification or equivalent work experience
Some college preferred

Ministerial Duties

As an employee of Lakewood Church, you are a part of an over 60-year legacy of faith. As a part of the Lakewood team, you are a key part of our mission in taking the hope found in Jesus to the world. This means that as part of your job responsibilities, you are considered a spiritual leader in the Church. You are responsible for communicating the Church’s beliefs and our mission to our congregants, to maintain a lifestyle consistent with the Scriptures, and are required to belong to the Church as part of our faith community.

This will also include:

Regular attendance at Church services and classes
Serving as a Prayer Partner or as a volunteer in any ministry of the Church, and
Serving our community through local outreaches from time to time when needed by the Church

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