Job Title
Corporate Transactional and Commercial Finance Paralegal
Firm
Levenfeld Pearlstein
Location
Illinois-Chicago
Description
Corporate Transactional Paralegal Levenfeld Pearlstein is seeking a paralegal to support its Corporate Group. LP’s Corporate Group represents business organizations ranging from entrepreneurial operated mid-sized companies to large national and global companies. Our lawyers provide day-to-day general counseling to help clients understand and solve complex legal, tax and business issues at every stage of representation. The ideal candidate for this position will have experience with M&A transactions, excellent communication and technical skills and thrive in a team environment, while still possessing initiative and drive. Responsibilities: Supports business transactions including: Diligence activities (e.g., establishing and maintaining virtual data sites for transactions, preparing closing documents and coordinating items for closing and post-closing requirements) Reviewing transactions to confirm pertinent issues are addressed (e.g., franchise tax issues, doing business issues, timing of filings) Coordinating closing activities Prepares and files UCC Financing Statements Drafts entity formation and governance documents Prepares and files IRS documents Organizes and maintains entity records Oversees preparation of electronic closing binders Effectively utilizes the firm’s docketing system to track matters Communicates with clients and third parties throughout the course of a matter Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate Minimum 5-7 years of relevant corporate transactional and finance experience (will consider less experience for otherwise qualified candidate) Superior oral and written communication skills Strong technical skills Excellent attention to detail Excellent time management skills and ability to adjust to changing project priorities in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment Experience with drafting corporate documents Experience preparing and organizing closing documents A demonstrated commitment to providing superior client service Must be able to work occasional overtime as needed
Posted
Updated
Closed
Position
Paralegal
Practice Areas
Corporate
Specialties
Finance, M&A
Experience
5 to 7 years
Employer Type
Law Firm