Junior Paralegal – Private Equity/M&A

Full-time

No

Junior Paralegal – Private Equity/M&A (June 2024 Start)

The Kirkland & Ellis law firm is seeking a Junior Paralegal for their Private Equity/M&A Group to start in June 2024. This two-year position will provide the opportunity for individuals interested in law school to gain prior legal experience. The firm is known for their market-leading practices in private equity, M&A, investment fund formation, alternative asset management, restructurings, and high-stakes litigation. With over 6,500 employees and 20 offices worldwide, Kirkland & Ellis is one of the largest and top-performing law firms in the world.

Essential Job Functions:

- This position will support paralegals and attorneys in the Private Equity/M&A Group.
- Duties include managing and organizing materials and information related to specific matters and transactions.
- Tasks may include assisting with due diligence investigations, document productions, and transactional closings.
- This role may require long hours and travel.
- The Junior Paralegal will assist with the formation of new corporate entities, corporate governance, and closing duties.
- They will also conduct legal research and perform clerical tasks as needed.
- Overtime availability is a must.

Qualifications & Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree required.
- The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in corporate law.
- Excellent communication skills are necessary, along with the ability to work independently and as a team, multitask, and prioritize in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.
- Strong technical skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and a Document Management System, are required.
- Overtime availability is a must.

How to Apply:

To apply, click "Apply Now" and submit your resume. For applicants based in New York City, pay range information can be found at .

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kirkland & Ellis LLP is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are 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.

Closing Statement:

Recruiters, search firms, and employment agencies without a signed contract with Kirkland & Ellis LLP will not be compensated for candidate referrals. Direct contact with Kirkland & Ellis employees to present candidates is inappropriate and may affect future professional relationships with the firm.

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Collaboration, Talent Empowerment, Service, Inclusion, Respect, Gratitude, Communication, Attention to Detail, Multi-tasking, Prioritization, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Document Management System, Carpe Diem, Westlaw, Overtime Availability.

Bachelor's degree.

To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now". For applicants based in New York City, visit the provided link for pay range information.

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree.

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