An exciting career awaits you

At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

Marathon Petroleum is seeking a results-driven and service-oriented Paralegal to join our Law Litigation team. This position provides support to in-house legal counsel and other stakeholders through litigation case management, legal research, and the coordination of document requests, discovery, and trial preparation. Assists with subpoenas, litigation compliance, document management, and the preparation of court filings and litigation-related materials.

*** Houston, TX, San Antonio, TX, or Denver, CO locations may be considered for Internal candidates.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides initial intake and review of litigation matters, legal process, subpoenas, and other legal and/or technical documents for the Law – Litigation team.

• Supports management of litigation matters, projects, reports, and research with expertise in and in compliance with specialized legal software applications for hold orders, matter management, e-discovery, and document management systems, processes, programs, and technology tools.

• Requests, gathers, reviews, and analyzes company information, files, and documents to respond to subpoenas, discovery requests, and similar third-party and internal inquiries. Gathers, analyzes, organizes, and summarizes information for use by in-house and outside counsel and calendars hearings, deadlines, and key case milestones. Conducts fact-finding interviews with company personnel to collect, compile, and verify information.

• Assists with all aspects of litigation; organizes and maintains legal and evidentiary documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and exhibits; coordinates outside counsel activities; supports witness interviews and deposition preparation; drafts and issues litigation hold orders; manages discovery collection and review; oversees document production; and assists with settlement and resolution processes.

• Prepares summaries and status reports on discovery, depositions, pending matters, and proceedings; tracks case progress; and supports counsel with reporting requirements.

• Partners with counsel to assess, draft, and prepare litigation-related documents and filings, including court pleadings, motions, responses, and government agency submissions. Assists in the defense and management of litigation and enforcement proceedings, including administrative and regulatory matters involving the company.

• Performs legal and investigative research using specialized legal applications to collect and analyze case law, legal issues, and evidentiary materials; applies findings to active litigation matters and business needs.

• Tracks developing case law, litigation trends, and procedural rules impacting litigation strategy and prepares reports, presentations, and summaries to inform counsel and business stakeholders.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies from an ABA-approved program

• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant paralegal experience. Previous litigation law experience preferred

• Ability to identify complex problems and effectively partner with stakeholders to develop, evaluate, and implement solutions

• Ability to understand and maintain the highest levels of discretion and confidentiality commensurate with employment, labor and benefits matters

• Adaptable, organized and able to manage a dynamic workload, with an ability to juggle and critically analyze multiple matters and effectively prioritize work to ensure completion in an accurate, timely and efficient manner

• Strong people skills and service-orientation and an ability to work collaboratively within a team structure

• Detail-orientation, with an ability to deliver excellent work standards and demonstrate accountability for the same

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience

• Desire to learn and develop in career progression and open to feedback

• This position belongs to a job progression with increasing responsibility, competency and skill level. Final position title and pay grade will be based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications.

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Findlay, Ohio

Additional locations:

Job Requisition ID:

00022667

Location Address:

539 S Main St

Education:

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.