CROWN'S MISSION:
Equipping people worldwide to learn, apply, and teach God's financial principles so they may know Christ more intimately, be free to serve Him, and help fund the Great Commission.

Career Opportunities

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Legal Coordinator    

CLASSIFICATION : Exempt

REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer

JOB SUMMARY :
Prepare, review, and maintain records for a variety of ministry legal documents, perform legal research, prepare related reports and correspondence, and act as liaison with the Board of Directors and corporate attorneys.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain current business registrations in all states and District of Columbia.
• Maintain charitable registration in all 51 jurisdictions.
• Review all contracts/agreements and maintain related records.
• Maintain and update corporate insurance policies and files. Complete annual paperwork for yearly quote. Act as liaison between Crown and our corporate insurance agent.
• Maintain corporate permanent records for Crown as well as Crown-related companies.
• Maintain publishing agreements. Communicate with publishing agents to establish new publishing agreements. Develop a calendar and follow publishing royalties throughout the year.
• Maintain trademark files. Begin files for new trademarks and keep track of subsequent filings to the Patent & Trademark Office on existing trademarks.
• Perform periodic Web searches looking for possible trademark violations.
• Perform legal research as necessary.
• Work with global expansion group to assist in establishing Crown international offices.
• Handle a variety of ministry-related registrations, corproate policies, and permanent record-keeping.
• Establish yearly calendar for company-wide reminders of corporate policies.
• Serve as liaison to the Board of Directors. Prepare necessary documentation for each Board meeting. Prepare Board meeting minutes and maintain corporate notebook on minutes. Follow-up with Board members for signatures on required documents.
• Work in cooperation with multiple departments regarding legal issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Paralegal experience, especially in the area of intellectual property
• Administrative experience
• Ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy
• Must show discretion, reliability, and confidentiality
• Ability to perform legal research
• Mature relationship with Jesus Christ

ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Detail-oriented, accurate, and resourceful
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently as well as effectively with others
• Proficient in computer skills and operation of related office equipment

 

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