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TruLegal (formerly TRU Staffing) · 19 hours ago

Paralegal, Legal Operations

Plano, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

TruLegal is a professional services organization seeking a Paralegal, Legal Operations to support its Legal Department. This role focuses on overseeing outside counsel management and operational efficiency, driving process improvements, and enhancing legal service delivery.

Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyLegal

Senior Management

Responsibilities

Oversee the processes for retaining, paying, and evaluating outside legal counsel, with a focus on cost control and accountability

Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of legal technology and service vendors, including selection, implementation, training, renewals, and ongoing performance review

Establish and monitor KPIs related to vendor utilization, spend, and adoption, using insights to recommend operational improvements and maximize value

Administer legal department subscriptions and memberships, ensuring effective use of SaaS platforms, research tools, and professional resources

Collaborate with attorneys and internal stakeholders to design and implement workflows that enhance legal service delivery and operational transparency

Support initiatives that elevate the Legal team’s profile and thought leadership through awards, publications, and speaking opportunities

Qualification

Legal operations experienceLegal technology managementVendor managementData analysisProject managementClear communicationProblem-solvingOrganizational skillsCollaborationAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate required

Several years experience supporting a law firm or in-house legal department, with meaningful exposure to legal operations, technology, or outside counsel management

Strong initiative and organizational skills with the ability to drive projects through completion

Clear and proactive communicator who identifies opportunities for improvement

Demonstrated strengths in problem-solving, data analysis, and project management

Adaptable and responsive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities

Collaborative team player who builds effective relationships internally and externally

Hybrid role with on-site presence required three days per week at a corporate headquarters location

Frequent interaction with internal teams, outside counsel, and technology vendors

Limited travel expected, generally under 5%

Preferred

Comfort working with legal technology platforms, including e-billing and matter management tools

Data-informed approach to evaluating vendors and supporting operational decisions

Company

TruLegal (formerly TRU Staffing)

TruLegal (formerly TRU Staffing Partners) is a globally recognized, award-winning staffing agency specializing in representing AI-enabled talent for modern legal teams.

Founded in 2010

New York, New York, USA

51-200 employees