Paralegal

$56,708 - $90,733/Yr

Morgan Lewis - Washington, DC

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Washington, DC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world's leading global law firms, is seeking to hire a Paralegal for the Structured Transactions Practice Group. This position is based in the Washington, D.C. office and offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing for both in-office and remote work. The Paralegal will report directly to the Manager of Legal Practice Support within the group. The role is integral to the firm's operations, focusing on drafting legal agreements and transaction documentation, managing deal closings, and ensuring all closing mechanics are executed flawlessly. The Paralegal will engage in frequent communication with high-profile clients and third parties, making effective interpersonal skills essential for success in this position. In addition to drafting officer certificates, resolutions, and incumbency certificates, the Paralegal will prepare and review SEC filings, UCC financing statements and amendments, and specimen securities. The role also involves compiling and distributing final deal documentation and handling post-closing responsibilities, such as assembling closing sets that consist of all transaction documents and opinions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple assignments under time constraints, and a self-starter attitude while being a team player. Flexibility with overtime is required, as the nature of the work may demand additional hours to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Drafting legal agreements and transaction documentation.
• Managing deal closings and taking responsibility for all closing mechanics.
• Frequent communication with high-profile clients and third parties.
• Liaising with corporate service companies to place various corporate orders.
• Drafting officer certificates, resolutions, and incumbency certificates.
• Preparing and reviewing SEC filings, UCC financing statements/amendments, and specimen securities.
• Compiling and distributing final deal documentation.
• Post-closing responsibilities such as assembling closing sets consisting of all transaction documents and opinions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Paralegal experience and a background in transactional practice is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel), as well as PDF software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in a professional environment.
• Strict attention to detail for document review and preparation.
• Ability to multi-task a variety of assignments concurrently while under time constraints.
• Self-starter who will take ownership of projects but always remain a team player.
• Flexibility with overtime required.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Parental leave