Paralegal, Litigation

Company Summary:

Canadian Solar is a vertically integrated manufacturer of solar cells, modules, custom-designed solar power applications and battery energy storage system products. Canadian Solar is also a developer, constructor and operator of utility scale solar powered electrical plants and battery energy storage systems. Canadian Solar’s world-class team of professionals works closely with our customers to provide them with solutions for all their solar and energy storage needs. Founded in 2001, Canadian Solar is one of the world’s fastest-growing companies in the solar industry and has been listed on the NASDAQ since November 2006. Canadian Solar is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Summary:

This is a newly created position offering a unique opportunity for a Paralegal with a litigation background to join our organization. The position is approximately 60-70% litigation support, and the remainder a mix of commercial, trade and special project support.  This position is flexible to be fully remote in the West Coast of the USA in Pacific or Mountain time zones. For business need, we will not consider candidates in Central or Eastern time zones. 

Responsibilities:

• Assist Sr Counsel, Litigation with pre-litigation matters and arbitration and litigation preparation.
• Prepare settlement documentation for warranty claims.
• Assist in the discovery process, including the collection, organization and production of documents.
• Develop process and procedures for litigation holds and document/file management and retention.
• Take responsibility for calendar and deadline management.
• Coordinate with internal and external parties, including outside counsel, regarding engagement, invoicing, and trial/arbitration preparation.
• Draft and review correspondence.
• Assist Sr Counsel, Litigation to prepare pleadings, responses and other filings in legal proceedings.
• Assist Sr. Counsel, Trade Compliance with preparation and filing of government submissions
• Act as backup for commercial paralegal, including obtaining contract approvals and signatures, managing corporate filings, licenses and registrations, managing the MSS Legal Sharepoint and general administrative functions for the MSS North America Legal Department.

Requirements:

• At least three to five years of experience as a paralegal, either in a law firm or legal department.
• At least three years experience handing litigation matters.
• Paralegal certificate (desirable).
• BA or BS degree or equivalent work experience.
• Understanding of the rules of civil procedure, compliance issues, and regulations.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and qualities:

• Self-directed with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize.
• Strong collaboration skills and comfort providing direction across departments and at all levels within the company.
• Ability to take the initiative and advise management as issues arise.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Be a team player, able to work well with different divisions, title companies, outside lawyers and associates at all levels in the organization.

Compensation & Benefits:

Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes a 401(k) Retirement Plan, medical/dental/life/disability program, PTO and sick days. This is a full time position.

The pay range for this position is $65,000 – $95,000 This range represents annual base salary only, without regard to location, and does not include bonuses or incentives or benefits that may apply. The pay range for this role is subject to change.

Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.