Senior Paralegal Specialist – Asset Management

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