Law Clerk - Oak Brook, United States - A.M. Castle

Description

Castle Metal's corporate Legal team is looking for a part-time Law Clerk to work in the Oak Brook facility.

This role will be around 20-25 hours per week, with a potential to turn into a full time opportunity down the line.

A. M. Castle & Co. has over 130 years of experience as a leader in the metals service center industry.

We provide exceptional benefits, including but not limited to:
medical, dental, vision, 401K match, paid time off, paid parental leave, employee recognition, disability benefits, and tuition reimbursement.


PURPOSE:
This position is responsible for administrative and legal tasks. Incumbent will work closely with members of the Legal department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (performs other duties as assigned):

• Review and revise contractual agreements
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda
• Assist with management of contract repository
• Assist with application of document retention policy
• Draft certain legal communications
• Assist with litigation management
• Support team with various projects
• Perform other administrative duties as necessary in support of the legal department.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

• General office environment (keyboard, mouse, telephone use)
• Manual dexterity (grasp, hand/wrist movement)
• Stand, walk, stoop, bend, reach
• Push/pull
• Light Lifting (25lbs or less)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Company Overview:
Founded in 1890, A. M. Castle & Co.

is a global distributor of specialty metal and plastic products and supply chain services, principally serving the producer durable equipment, oil and gas, commercial aircraft, heavy equipment, industrial goods, construction equipment, retail, marine and automotive sectors of the global economy.

Its customer base includes many Fortune 500 companies as well as thousands of medium and smaller-sized firms spread across a variety of industries.

Within its metals business, it specializes in the distribution of alloy and stainless steels; nickel alloys; aluminum and carbon. Together, Castle operates service centers located throughout North America, Europe and Asia.