Paralegal, I

Company Description AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok ( . Job Description The Paralegal I provides support to a team of attorneys, prepares filings and documents, and monitors docket deadlines. Paralegal I must adapt to shifting priorities and short timelines. Strict attention to detail and deadlines is critical. The Paralegal I performs the following with general instruction and direct supervision from either a managing Attorney, Paralegal Manager, Senior Paralegal II or Senior Paralegal: Responsibilities: + Process incoming office documents and correspondence from foreign counsel, prepare responses for attorney review and transmit to foreign associates and/or outside counsel. Obtain certified translations and priority documents. + Prepare and attend to legalization of assignments and power of attorney documents; ensure formality requirements are met for each case. Prepare report and form letters to stakeholders and/or attorneys. + Arrange and conduct meetings with business colleagues and stakeholders to obtain required information, signatures, and approval of documentation. + Proactively manage docket deadlines for multiple attorneys with oversight from Paralegal Manager, AbbVie Counsel or other supervisory roles. Confirm accuracy of computer docket system and case files. + Collaborate with colleagues to problem solve, locate information, and find answers. + Coordinate and maintain departmental files, as assigned, in compliance with corporate and government regulations. + Assist with project management as needed with supervision from Senior Paralegal, Paralegal Manager, or managing attorney. Qualifications + High School diploma required; Bachelor's Degree or paralegal studies program preferred. Paralegal Certificate preferred. + Minimum two or more (2+) years experience within a law firm or legal department of a corporation required. + Operates with general instruction and direct supervision. + Strong communication skills, writing skills and analytical skills. + Must be well-organized, able to anticipate conflict and plan ahead + Good investigative and problem-solving skills + Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Visio. + Intermediate knowledge of document management systems. Experience with iManage/First to File preferred. Additional Information Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: ​ + The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time ofthis posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location,and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. ​ + We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.​ + This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. ​ ​ Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of anybonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's soleand absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: Salary: $29.7 - $53.5