Paralegal

NFPA

Paralegal managing legal documents and communications for NFPA's legal department. Assisting with litigation management and Board communications as needed.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeQuincy • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in organizing and maintaining electronic filing systems, performing legal research, and drafting legal documents. Proficient in managing litigation processes and supporting legal communications effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Paralegal CertificateLegal Document DraftingLitigation ManagementMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencySharePoint Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchDocument ManagementProofreadingEditingBasic Legal Knowledge

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteSharePointApple Mobile Devices

Certifications & Qualifications

Paralegal Certificate

Industry Keywords

Legal ExperienceDocument ProductionRegulationsLawsLegal Articles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Organize and maintain documents and records in electronic filing systems
Perform basic legal research on relevant laws, regulations and legal articles
Draft, edit, proofread, and provide support functions in connection with legal documents
Assist with the management of litigation including coordinating document production
Support communications efforts of legal department

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum bachelor’s degree / Paralegal Certificate
5 years of business/office experience including prior legal experience
Strong computer skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint
Familiarity with mobile Apple devices

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans