Legal Services Fellow (Georgetown Summer Program)

Basic Function of the Position: Assisting CTA’s Legal Department with corporate legal functions.
Critical Duties and Responsibilities: (List the most critical duties and responsibilities of the position from most critical to least critical.)

• Conduct legal research on antitrust, data privacy, gaming laws and other areas
• Assist with contracts process to include:
  • Processing of draft contracts including proofing, routing, editing and monitoring execution.
  • Assisting staff in implementation of contract management software.
  • Maintain files.
• Assist with the intellectual property process to include
  • Draft cease and desist letters
  • Assist with enforcement actions
  • Assist with legal research and other activities related to new branding campaign
  • Maintain files
• Assist with discovery requests
• Provide a strong level of customer service

Handle projects and other duties with the Legal Department as needed.

Work Experience: Previous experience working in a professional setting.

Education/Training:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Completion of at least one (1) year of law school required.
• Coursework in corporate and contracts law preferred.

Skills/Capabilities/Technical:

• Knowledge of legal terminology and formats required.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat.
• Team oriented attitude preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to meet demanding deadlines and balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.