Senior Paralegal Specialist - Asset Management
Senior Paralegal Specialist - Asset Management
Category
Paralegals
Location
Los Angeles, California
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
$175000 - $185000
Job Description:
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years' experience as an Asset Management paralegal. The Senior Asset Management Paralegal Specialist will be responsible for: (i) working with all of the attorneys on matters from the beginning through completion of the matter; (ii) working with and assisting in the training of junior paralegals including those based in the New York office; (iii) assisting with department matters from billing to business development; and (iv) other special projects as the needs arise.
Responsibilities:
* Assist staffing and supervises junior paralegals in the Asset Management Department including providing training and feedback.
* Assist with private fund formation, including managing the e-sub doc process and maintenance of side letter and investor trackers.
* Prepare and file formation documents for various business entities, including qualifications, amendments, dissolutions; interface with corporate service companies to file and retrieve documents from various states.
* Draft closing documents, signature packages and prepare audit letters.
* Manage post-closing activities: follow up to obtain all post-closing items; prepare and maintain extensive files; ongoing projects within the department.
* Interact with outside entities (e.g. clients, corporations, vendors, and other law firms) to gather information or coordinate activities as needed.
* Create and maintain effective working relationships with others to facilitate a positive work environment.
* Maintain department intranet.
* Other projects as requested.
Job Requirements:
Qualifications:
* Minimum 10 years of experience
* College Degree preferred
* Paralegal Certificate or attorney attestation required
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat Pro, LexisNexis, Westlaw, and Bloomberg Law required
* Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
* Strong organizational skills, including the ability to work concurrently on a variety of matters, and manage time and expectations
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Strong attention to detail and accountability
* Ability to communicate with individuals of all levels within the firm in a courteous and professional manner
* Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines
* Excellent judgment