The firm specializes in corporate, finance, litigation, and tax law, with a particular focus on alternative investments. **Members Only** has a long history of representing clients in high-profile and complex transactions, and prides itself on its commitment to providing top-notch legal services to its clients.
As a Legal Assistant in the Alternative Investments practice at **Members Only**, you will have the opportunity to work with a team of experienced attorneys and support staff to provide top-quality legal services to clients in the alternative investments industry. This is a full-time position based at our office in New York's Hudson Yards, with the expectation of being in the office 4 days a week.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate assignments and workflow for legal assistants within the Alternative Investments practice.
- Mentor new legal assistants and provide guidance on best practices and firm policies for associates within the practice.
- Conduct research, organize due diligence documents, and maintain/update working group lists.
- Create and maintain transaction deliverables tracking systems and related timelines.
- Prepare and distribute signature packets to deal participants.
- Draft form documents and correspondence for deal participants.
- Prepare UCC filings, order lien searches, and stay up-to-date on regulations related to Article 9 of the UCC.
- Assist with the formation of corporations and limited liability companies, including preparation of formation documents and overseeing all filing requirements and maintenance obligations.
- Prepare responses to auditor requests.
- Maintain and update case contact information.
- Notarize documents and assist with notary authentication and apostilling/consularization of documents.
- Review and proofread legal documents.
- Assist with the EDGAR filing process.
- Assist with closings and prepare closing binders in electronic and paper format.
- Load and organize closing sets and deal documents in relevant databases.
Qualifications:
- A is required.
- At least 2 years of CLO experience or 4 years of asset-backed securitization experience.
- Strong client service and communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Effective and proactive team player.
- Willingness to work overtime as needed.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
- Must become a notary public within the first 6 months of employment.
- Must be available to work regularly scheduled days and hours.
Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this role is between $60,000 to $90,000. Actual base compensation will be dependent upon several factors, including the candidate's relevant experience, performance, qualifications, degrees, and location, as well as the needs of the law firm.
Why **Members Only**?
- Join a prestigious international law firm with a long history of providing top-notch legal services to clients in the alternative investments industry.
- Work with a team of experienced attorneys and support staff who are dedicated to providing excellent client service.
- Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.
- Be a part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
- Gain valuable experience in a fast-paced and challenging legal practice.
Apply now and join the **Members Only** team as a Legal Assistant in the Alternative Investments practice!
