Paralegal Litigation

$160,000 - $192,500/Yr

Wiggin And Dana Llp - New Haven, CT

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - New Haven, CT

51-100 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Wiggin and Dana is a prominent law firm that offers a variety of challenging positions across its offices, including New Haven, Stamford, Hartford, New York, and Boca Raton. The firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace. The positions available require excellent writing skills and top academic credentials, reflecting the firm's high standards for its employees. Each role is designed to foster a collegial work environment where individuals can thrive and contribute to the firm's success. The firm values strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to work well under pressure, which are essential traits for candidates seeking to join the team. Additionally, Wiggin and Dana offers a comprehensive benefits package to support its employees' professional and personal growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage billing processes, ensuring timely and accurate production of bills.
• Assess eligibility of corporate employees for U.S. visa status and prepare complex immigration petitions.
• Draft and negotiate commercial leases and handle acquisition and financing of commercial properties.
• Draft and negotiate complex transaction documents related to corporate law.
• Assist in the production of marketing materials and support marketing initiatives.
• Draft, review, and negotiate outsourcing agreements and technology-focused commercial arrangements.
• Prepare and manage estate planning documents and client communications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of employment-based immigration experience.
• 3-4 years of litigation experience in a leading law firm.
• Substantial experience in drafting and negotiating commercial leases.
• 3-6 years of law firm experience in corporate law, particularly in M&A and venture capital.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with immigration/work authorization compliance and due diligence review.
• Clerkship experience in a legal setting.
• Familiarity with data privacy issues and compliance policies.
• LLM in estate planning or tax.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans.