Legal Assistant, Walt Disney Studios
Walt Disney Pictures
Burbank, CAThis was removed by the employer on 9/21/2021 5:51:00 AM PST
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Job Summary:
This position will provide day-to-day administrative assistance to attorneys on the Legal Affairs/Motion Picture Productions team. This position is part of a team that includes assistants, paralegals and attorneys. Candidates should be prepared to cooperate, to multi-task and to cover additional duties as needed.
Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities include:
• Draft/redline, proofread, attach exhibits, manage and arrange for execution and distribution of agreements, including use of document management database
• Project management, including timely updates to status reports and follow-up as needed
• Prepare and proof letters and memoranda
• Manage a fast-paced, wide-ranging legal affairs desk
• Answer calls and take detailed notes
• Create files, binders and other office organization for development and production work
• Maintain electronic and physical files and general office organization
• Maintain calendar, schedule meetings and make travel arrangements
• Prepare and manage expense reports
• Provide back-up to other assistants within the group, as well as assist with other department administrative support responsibilities
• Special projects as needed
Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum 1 year administrative support experience assisting an entertainment attorney at an entertainment law firm or in-house legal department
• Previous contract drafting and redlining experience
• PC knowledge - Microsoft Word and Outlook; also helpful: Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio, DocuSign, Workshare Compare.
• Strong proofreading skills required
• Ability to follow verbal instructions and take accurate, fast notes
• Simultaneously handle multiple tasks with accuracy
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, make decisions and change course of action quickly
• Detail oriented with the ability to maintain professionalism under pressure
• Strong organizational and follow-through skills
• Effective communicator, both verbal and written
• Positive attitude and the ability to be proactive, resourceful and flexible
• Strong people skills, with a focus on collaboration and ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to take initiative and work with limited supervision
• Able to work overtime on an ''as-needed'' basis
Required Education
• A.A. degree
Preferred Education
• B.A. or B.S. degree strongly preferred
Additional Information:
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About The Walt Disney Studios:
For over 95 years, The Walt Disney Studios has been the foundation on which The Walt Disney Company was built. Today it brings quality movies, episodic storytelling, music, and stage plays to consumers throughout the world. The Walt Disney Studios encompasses a collection of respected film studios, including Disney, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, 20th Century Studios, and Searchlight Pictures. It is also home to Disney Theatrical Productions, producer of world-class stage shows.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Walt Disney Pictures, which is part of a business segment we call The Walt Disney Studios.
Walt Disney Pictures is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
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