Paralegal - Leveraged Finance

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Summary
As a Paralegal – Leveraged Finance, working in collaboration with and in support of the firm’s strategic initiatives, you will perform a range of substantive case, matter, or entity related duties under the supervision of attorneys. You will prepare drafts of legal and other documents and correspondence for attorney review. You will compile, analyze, and summarize information. You will coordinate efforts between attorneys, clients, outside legal counsel, opposing legal counsel, other parties, and outside vendors.

Location
This position is located in our New York office and offers a hybrid work schedule. 

Responsibilities  

• Proficiency in Word and Excel
• Experience and/or interest in learning and working with cutting edge legal tools and software.
• Strong commitment and interpersonal skills to regularly interact with both clients and legal team members.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail skills to manager and track legal documents and spreadsheets with multiple users and versions and prepare and maintain checklists.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

• Researches, prepares and files UCC Financing Statements.
• Organizes, prepares and files a variety of legal documents for transactions (Articles of Incorporation/Organization, Amendments, state qualifications, consents, merger documents, closing books, electronic closing sets, initial drafts or certificates, short-form closing deliverables, and filing annual reports).
• State filings.
• Lien searches.
• Engagement with various vendors.
• Coordinates execution and delivery of documentation to other parties’ counsel, lenders, governmental agencies, etc. including all closing documentation.
• Develops, monitors and updates closing checklists.
• Attends closing with attorneys to manage documents.
• Assist paralegals and attorneys with signature packets via DocuSign and SimplyAgree.  
• Prepares closing books. Maintains minute books (hard copy and electronic).
• Assembles, reviews, and analyzes documents.
• Manages data rooms and matter files.
• Other duties.

Desired Skills   
Must have strong skills in Word, Excel and Outlook. Experience with legal software such as Relativity, LexisNexis, Westlaw, or similar application required. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills required to interact with staff, paralegals, attorneys, and clients on a daily basis. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required to handle large volumes of work associates with each matter. Responsibilities will include assisting attorneys in your home office and in office across the firm. Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Education   

·       High School Diploma or GED.

Preferred Education 

·       Bachelor’s Degree and/or a Paralegal certificate.

Minimum Years of Experience  

·       1 year of paralegal experience for individuals with a bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate. Individuals without a degree or certification require 5 years of legal support experience in the specific practice area.

Essential Job Expectations

All DLA Piper employees are expected to demonstrate excellence in how we serve our clients and develop our people, upholding our firm values as part of our culture. Specific expectations include:

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and external audiences.
• Produce high-quality work and respond to correspondence in an efficient, timely, and professional manner.
• Meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and commit to meeting high standards.
• Comply with firm policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidences as required in a law firm environment.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: This is primarily sedentary work, requiring occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects. The role involves sitting for extended periods, with occasional walking and standing, and occasional travel, both domestic and international.

Work Environment   

The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm’s discretion in the future.

Disclaimer   

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

Application Process    

Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. 

Accommodation   

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com.

Agency applications will not be considered.    

No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.  

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $49.85 - $66.05 per hour depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. Non-exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws.

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntarily and are not eligible for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm’s direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law. 

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DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center.