Paralegal

Full-time, Remote, Exempt

About Rewiring America

Rewiring America is the leading electrification nonprofit, focused on electrifying our homes, businesses, and communities. We develop accessible, actionable data and tools, and build coalitions and partnerships to make going electric easier for households and communities. Rewiring America helps Americans save money, tackle nationwide emissions goals, improve health, and build the next generation of the clean energy workforce. We believe in an abundant, flourishing, climate-safe future, and know that, together, we can realize one.

Position Summary

The growing Rewiring America Legal department is seeking a Paralegal to join the team. The Paralegal will provide support to the General Counsel and will assist with a broad range of legal matters. This position requires a high level of organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. They will report directly to our General Counsel.

In this newly-created position, the Paralegal is principally responsible for overseeing and managing Rewiring America’s compliance requirements across various domains, including vendor management, state and federal regulations, business registrations, and lobbying compliance. The Paralegal will also support contract review and negotiation for routine supplier and vendor contracts.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with legal research, including case law and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, contracts, and correspondence.
• Organize and maintain legal files, documents, and databases.
• Coordinate with external counsel as needed.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of legal forms and documents.
• Support in-house legal matters, including contract management, intellectual property, and corporate governance.
• Provide guidance on compliance matters and collaborate with other departments to resolve any compliance-related issues
• Ensure timely filing and compliance with state and federal regulations, including business registrations and tax filings.
• Assist with legal documentation related to fundraising and grants.
• Oversee C3 and C4 lobbying compliance, including registration and reporting requirements.
• Manage the organization's state registrations, including charitable and business registrations, and state tax exemptions.