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American Electric Power

Paralegal

Posted 12 Days Ago
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In-Office
Austin, TX, USA
75K-93K Annually
Junior
In-Office
Austin, TX, USA
75K-93K Annually
Junior
Performs substantive legal work under attorney supervision including legal research, drafting legal documents, and related tasks. Requires completion or progress toward paralegal certification and applicable work experience per degree pathway. Supports attorneys at an on-site corporate office.
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Job Posting End Date

07-30-2026

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Job Summary

Performs a variety of substantive legal work under the direction of the organization's attorneys. Conducts legal research, drafts legal documents and performs other related duties which include "recognition, evaluation, and communication of relevant facts and legal concepts" as defined by the National Federation of Paralegal Associations. Has or is working towards a paralegal designation. 

Job Description

What You'll Do:

  • Conducts legal research.

  • Drafts legal documents.

  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

What You'll Have:

  • Bachelor's degree with Paralegal certificate obtained or in process with 1 year of relevant work experience, OR

  • Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies or Paralegal certificate required or in process with 3 years experience.

What You'll Get:

  • Salary Range between $75,000 - $93,188.50

  • Annual Bonus

  • 401(k) Match

  • AEP Pension

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package

*In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$74,551.00 - $93,188.50

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.  

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