Corporate Paralegal
Santa Ana, CA
Full Time
Legal
Experienced
As a leading multistate operator and the top dispensary in Las Vegas, Planet 13 is at the forefront of the cannabis industry. We are committed to providing the highest quality recreational cannabis, exquisite extracts, and innovative infused products. Our competitive pricing and deep industry expertise are matched only by our dedication to compassionate service. Join us at Planet 13, where we not only set industry standards but also nurture careers with passion and expertise. Come grow with us and help shape the future of cannabis.
Summary
The Office of the General Counsel is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and trustworthy Corporate Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. The Corporate Paralegal will play a critical support role to the General Counsel and the broader legal department, handling sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion. This role involves assisting with a wide range of legal and administrative tasks across corporate law, intellectual property, employment law, and regulatory compliance in the cannabis industry. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, contributing to key corporate initiatives and ensuring legal compliance across multiple jurisdictions while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Continuous Learning - Seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
Use of Technology - Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies.
Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; exhibits good listening and comprehension; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long/additional hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation - Meets challenges with resourcefulness.
Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process. Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred or three to five years related experience and/or training. Paralegal certification from an accredited institution preferred.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
Reasoning Ability
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, industry-specific software, and legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee must be willing to travel at least 25% of the time to support the Department’s needs.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
I am aware that this job position may involve exposure to cannabis, cannabis odors, and cannabis smoke, which is a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law.
Disclaimer: Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability status, or protected veteran status. The Company will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Planet 13 would like to make its customers aware that certain individuals might try and approach them, call them, email them, text them, or reach out to them via social media, presenting themselves as our employees and/or affiliates to try and gain access to your personal information. This is a phishing scam. Planet 13 will never call a potential employee or customer for any form of payment in return for training material, ask for anyone’s direct deposit information, and their banking login and password. Planet 13’s Board Members, and Executives do not work as recruiters and do not communicate with potential employees directly via any form of communication nor do they engage in the offering of positions to potential employees. These claims and offers are fraudulent and we advise everyone to use discretion when handling these situations. If you feel as though you have been a target of this type of scam, please reach out to your local law enforcement. Thank you.
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Summary
The Office of the General Counsel is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and trustworthy Corporate Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. The Corporate Paralegal will play a critical support role to the General Counsel and the broader legal department, handling sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion. This role involves assisting with a wide range of legal and administrative tasks across corporate law, intellectual property, employment law, and regulatory compliance in the cannabis industry. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, contributing to key corporate initiatives and ensuring legal compliance across multiple jurisdictions while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Provide dedicated support to the General Counsel in drafting, reviewing, and revising a variety of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and corporate governance materials.
- Conduct thorough legal research and prepare detailed summaries on various areas of the law and legal topics.
- Assist in the preparation and maintenance of confidential corporate records, including minutes, resolutions, and other governance documents.
- Monitor multi-state cannabis laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and confidentiality in all filings and reporting.
- Coordinate and manage confidential responses to regulatory inquiries and audits.
- Provide general support for confidential legal projects and initiatives, including due diligence for corporate transactions.
- Oversee and maintain the legal department’s confidential document management system, manage the company's legal matrix and insurance claims, and administer the intellectual property portfolio, ensuring meticulous handling and protection of sensitive information related to legal matters, registrations, and renewals.
- Oversee the General Counsel’s scheduling, calendaring, and coordination of key deadlines for contracts, court dates, and renewals for licenses and permits.
- Manage the legal inbox and draft correspondence on behalf of the General Counsel.
- Coordinate and plan travel for the General Counsel, ensuring all arrangements are handled smoothly and efficiently.
- Focus on bringing structure and organization to the department by managing and prioritizing administrative tasks effectively.
- Assist with the implementation of company policies, standard operating procedures, and performance standards.
- Ensure daily compliance with company policies, including but not limited to state/local regulation compliance, security protocols, access protocols, dress code, and work schedules.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Comply with all HR policies, including confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements.
- Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Continuous Learning - Seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
Use of Technology - Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies.
Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; exhibits good listening and comprehension; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long/additional hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation - Meets challenges with resourcefulness.
Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process. Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred or three to five years related experience and/or training. Paralegal certification from an accredited institution preferred.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
Reasoning Ability
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, industry-specific software, and legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee must be willing to travel at least 25% of the time to support the Department’s needs.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
I am aware that this job position may involve exposure to cannabis, cannabis odors, and cannabis smoke, which is a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law.
Disclaimer: Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability status, or protected veteran status. The Company will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Planet 13 would like to make its customers aware that certain individuals might try and approach them, call them, email them, text them, or reach out to them via social media, presenting themselves as our employees and/or affiliates to try and gain access to your personal information. This is a phishing scam. Planet 13 will never call a potential employee or customer for any form of payment in return for training material, ask for anyone’s direct deposit information, and their banking login and password. Planet 13’s Board Members, and Executives do not work as recruiters and do not communicate with potential employees directly via any form of communication nor do they engage in the offering of positions to potential employees. These claims and offers are fraudulent and we advise everyone to use discretion when handling these situations. If you feel as though you have been a target of this type of scam, please reach out to your local law enforcement. Thank you.
#ENGINHP
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