Senior Corporate Paralegal

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Senior Corporate Paralegal

The candidate will prepare and/or revise drafts of legal documents for lawyer review, including, but not limited to documents related to the formation and dissolution of various corporate entities; ancillary documents related to corporate financing, and M&A transactions; foreign qualifications; and UCC financing statements. Assist with certain SEC filings including Form D filings, confidential treatment requests, and Registration Statements. Compile, analyze, and summarize information for lawyer review as it relates to transactions. Perform corporate and securities law research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and similar online research services. Coordinate transaction tasks/projects with lawyers, clients, advisors, and other parties, in person, via telephone, and by written correspondence. Coordinate closings and attend to post-closing tasks/projects; file and track transaction documents with federal, state, and local authorities as required. Communicate regularly with lawyers regarding the status of tasks/projects, and issues relating to matter staffing and assignments. Maintain timely attendance in the office, and, as needed, work outside of normal business hours to accommodate transaction schedules. Assist with other projects as assigned by the Paralegal. Four-year degree from an accredited college or university is required. A graduate degree such as a JD is a plus. Must have 5 years of experience at an AMLAW 100/200 law firm or a Fortune 1000 corporate legal department with extensive experience in general corporate transactional support. Familiarity with all of the following and with extensive experience in at least one area: corporate financing transactions, M&A, private equity, and new venture formation is a must. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required to interact with attorneys, staff, and clients, often on a daily basis is a must. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong skills with Microsoft Office are a must. The ability to work independently with minimal supervision and be a part of a team under tight deadlines is a must.

Company info

Covington & Burling, LLP
1999 Avenue of the Stars
Los Angeles
California
United States 90067-3044
Phone : 424-332-4800
Website : https://www.cov.com/