Paralegal
Ericsson, Plano, TX, United States
Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor U.S. work authorizations for this job position including U.S. immigration filings for initial and/or change of employer paperwork for H-1, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, and TN. Ericsson also does not hire F-1 working on CPT or EAD for this position.
Ericsson is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Paralegal with experience in employment law and litigation support. This role reports to the Associate General Counsel – Employment and supports the Global Employment Group within the Legal Department, providing assistance across multiple countries globally.
What you will do
Provide litigation support on active matters, including responding to complaints, preparing legal holds, and managing document production processes
Coordinate witness interviews, deposition preparation, and respond to third‑party subpoenas
Conduct legal research and handle administrative responsibilities for the Employment Group
Manage discrete projects and collaborate with external counsel on litigation matters
Process data analytics, reporting, and invoice management while coordinating with other departments on billing and vendor requests
Partner with People teams on general inquiries and triage requests for Employment Group attorneys
Support internal training initiatives led by Employment Group attorneys
Assist with non‑compete and non‑solicitation matters (preferred experience)
Perform additional assignments as directed by Employment Group attorneys
The skills you bring
Post‑secondary degree in legal or paralegal studies, or four years of employment law work experience
Minimum of two years of experience in employment law
Analytical thinking capabilities with strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact professionally with diverse groups
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
Capability to work effectively across time zones and in collaborative environments
Ability to work independently within defined responsibilities while maintaining strict confidentiality
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.
Contact for accommodations
If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.americas@ericsson.com.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience. Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit’s objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro‑ration rules apply.
Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Employees will receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents.
We invest in both your short and long‑term financial wellbeing. The Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and Ericsson match $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay. When you contribute at least 5% of eligible pay, you are receiving Ericsson’s full matching contributions of 4%. Matching and company automatic contributions stop when your total eligible pay for the year reaches the IRS limits. Employees will also receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage, as well as short‑term and long‑term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan.
Your work‑life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro‑rated based on the employee’s start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.
Ericsson offers many other company‑paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, and recognition programs.
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Ericsson is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Paralegal with experience in employment law and litigation support. This role reports to the Associate General Counsel – Employment and supports the Global Employment Group within the Legal Department, providing assistance across multiple countries globally.
What you will do
Provide litigation support on active matters, including responding to complaints, preparing legal holds, and managing document production processes
Coordinate witness interviews, deposition preparation, and respond to third‑party subpoenas
Conduct legal research and handle administrative responsibilities for the Employment Group
Manage discrete projects and collaborate with external counsel on litigation matters
Process data analytics, reporting, and invoice management while coordinating with other departments on billing and vendor requests
Partner with People teams on general inquiries and triage requests for Employment Group attorneys
Support internal training initiatives led by Employment Group attorneys
Assist with non‑compete and non‑solicitation matters (preferred experience)
Perform additional assignments as directed by Employment Group attorneys
The skills you bring
Post‑secondary degree in legal or paralegal studies, or four years of employment law work experience
Minimum of two years of experience in employment law
Analytical thinking capabilities with strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact professionally with diverse groups
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
Capability to work effectively across time zones and in collaborative environments
Ability to work independently within defined responsibilities while maintaining strict confidentiality
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.
Contact for accommodations
If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.americas@ericsson.com.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience. Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit’s objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro‑ration rules apply.
Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Employees will receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents.
We invest in both your short and long‑term financial wellbeing. The Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and Ericsson match $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay. When you contribute at least 5% of eligible pay, you are receiving Ericsson’s full matching contributions of 4%. Matching and company automatic contributions stop when your total eligible pay for the year reaches the IRS limits. Employees will also receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage, as well as short‑term and long‑term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan.
Your work‑life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro‑rated based on the employee’s start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.
Ericsson offers many other company‑paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, and recognition programs.
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