Junior Paralegal - Restructuring

Max 2 yrs required

Contract, Full-time

No

Junior Paralegal - Restructuring (June 2024 Start) at Law Firm in Chicago, IL

Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Job ID: 7650

H1: Join Kirkland & Ellis as a Junior Paralegal in Restructuring!

H2: About the Law Firm

- Core values include collaboration, talent empowerment, service, inclusion, respect, and gratitude
- Invests in the brightest talent and encourages diversity of perspectives and strengths
- Handles the most complicated and sophisticated legal matters, creating industry standards
- Long-standing client relationships with leading global corporations and financial sponsors
- One of the largest law firms in the world with 6,500 employees and 20 offices globally

H2: Essential Job Functions

- Two-year position supporting paralegals and attorneys in the Restructuring group
- Opportunity for individuals interested in law school to gain prior legal experience
- Assists with managing and organizing materials and information for Restructuring transactions
- Extensive hours and travel required, not an administrative position

H2: Responsibilities

- Analyze large amounts of due diligence materials related to a company's business operations
- Work efficiently and meet expectations of billable hours
- Assist with preparation and filing of First Day Pleadings and Electronic Court Filings
- Draft administrative first day pleadings
- Prepare information and exhibits for motions, applications, notices, memoranda, proofs of claim, and orders to the court
- Assist with preparation of fee statements and applications, maintain professional fee spreadsheets
- Work closely with other practice groups and offices on restructuring reorganizations

H2: Qualifications & Requirements

- required
- Overtime and travel required
- Fundamental proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and planning skills with strong attention to detail
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality

H2: How to Apply

- Click "Apply Now" to complete an application and submit your resume

H2: Equal Employment Opportunity

- All employment decisions made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law

H2: Closing Statement

- Job postings and recruiting mailbox are for candidates only
- Recruiters, search firms, and employment agencies without a signed contract with the law firm will not be compensated for referrals
- Direct contact with law firm employees to present candidates is inappropriate and may affect future professional relationships with the firm

Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Job ID: 7650

H1: Join Kirkland & Ellis as a Junior Paralegal in Restructuring!

H2: About the Law Firm

- Core values include collaboration, talent empowerment, service, inclusion, respect, and gratitude
- Invests in the brightest talent and encourages diversity of perspectives and strengths
- Handles the most complicated and sophisticated legal matters, creating industry standards
- Long-standing client relationships with leading global corporations and financial sponsors
- One of the largest law firms in the world with 6,500 employees and 20 offices globally

H2: Essential Job Functions

- Two-year position supporting paralegals and attorneys in the Restructuring group
- Opportunity for individuals interested in law school to gain prior legal experience
- Assists with managing and organizing materials and information for Restructuring transactions
- Extensive hours and travel required, not an administrative position

H2: Responsibilities

- Analyze large amounts of due diligence materials related to a company's business operations
- Work efficiently and meet expectations of billable hours
- Assist with preparation and filing of First Day Pleadings and Electronic Court Filings
- Draft administrative first day pleadings
- Prepare information and exhibits for motions, applications, notices, memoranda, proofs of claim, and orders to the court
- Assist with preparation of fee statements and applications, maintain professional fee spreadsheets
- Work closely with other practice groups and offices on restructuring reorganizations

H2: Qualifications & Requirements

- required
- Overtime and travel required
- Fundamental proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and planning skills with strong attention to detail
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality

H2: How to Apply

- Click "Apply Now" to complete an application and submit your resume

H2: Equal Employment Opportunity

- All employment decisions made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law

H2: Closing Statement

- Job postings and recruiting mailbox are for candidates only
- Recruiters, search firms, and employment agencies without a signed contract with the law firm will not be compensated for referrals
- Direct contact with law firm employees to present candidates is inappropriate and may affect future professional relationships with the firm

Not specified

Benefits package available

Not specified

Legal Research, Due Diligence, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Office, Communication, Organizational, Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Confidentiality

Bachelor's degree required

Click "Apply Now" to complete an application and submit resume

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree

Legal