Legal Staff Paralegal in Boulder, CO

In-House

Boulder, CO

Legal Staff Paralegal in Boulder, CO

Legal Staff

No

Experienced Associate, Forensics - Investigative Due Diligence (Mandarin Speakers Only)
United States
Job Description

Job Summary:

The Investigative Due Diligence Experienced Associate is responsible for researching, assessing and reporting data for the investigative due diligence practice and its clients.

Job Duties:

Collects legal, financial, employment, academic and social media-oriented information on companies, individuals and other topics from a wide range of online and print information resources
Demonstrates an advanced understanding and use of resources, including:
Media sources ., Lexis/Nexis, Bloomberg, US and international resources accessible through the Web that are not available via data aggregators
Search records of criminal, civil and regulatory proceedings
Records of corporations, partnerships and other business entities, including knowledge of special reporting requirements in the major states (Delaware, New York, Texas, Florida, etc.)
Reviews sourced information to determine if it:
Pertains to the correct targets rather than to different but similarly-named targets (“false positives”)
Is complete, and from the most up-to-date and authoritative source available
Comes from a source whose authority or reliability may be suspect
Is internally consistent by seeking corroboration from other known facts and identifying gaps, anomalies, inconsistencies and contradictions
Understands research results, and transcribes the results into an investigative report that is user-friendly and easily comprehensible
Creates client-facing reports to disseminate discovered information
Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

N/A

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Education:

Bachelor’s degree, required, in Library Sciences, Journalism, Criminal Justice, Paralegal Studies, Political Science, English or Liberal Arts, preferred

Experience:

One (1) or more years of experience performing corporate research, required
One (1) or more years of experience performing background checks or due diligence, preferred

Software:

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel, required
Knowledge of commercial databases such as Westlaw, Lexis, Clear and Pacer, preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and basic research skills related to the retrieval and organization of high volumes of information
Solid organizational skills, especially the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
Ability to successfully multi-task, while working independently or within a group environment
Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment, and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the Firm


Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $70,000 - $80,000
Maryland Range: $70,000 - $80,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $70,000 - $80,000
About Us

Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.

At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our . team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the . and in over 160 countries through our global organization.

BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.

We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:

Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
Empowering team members to explore their full potential
Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Click here to find out more!

*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

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Job Info

Job Identification 8424
Job Category Generalist
Posting Date 04/02/2025, 08:38 AM
Apply Before 04/02/2026, 08:38 AM
Job Schedule Full time