Legal Staff Other in Austin, TX

Law Firm

Austin, TX

Legal Staff Other in Austin, TX

Legal Staff

Min 2 yrs required

No

Law Firm Seeking Transaction Clerk for M&A and Private Equity Practice

H1: Join Our Team as a Transaction Clerk in Our M&A and Private Equity Practice

H2: Gain Hands-On Experience in the Legal Field as a Transaction Clerk at a Leading Law Firm

Orrick, a global law firm with offices in over 25 markets, is seeking an entry-level Transaction Clerk for its Mergers & Acquisitions and Private Equity (MAPE) practice. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong academic background and a passion for the legal industry to gain hands-on experience in a major international law firm. The position will begin in Summer 2025 and can be based in San Francisco, New York, or any other US office location.

Responsibilities:

- Coordinate transactions from start to finish
- Utilize AI-enabled and other legal technology to review and analyze corporate documents related to acquisitions and dispositions
- Assist with the formation of business entities and preparation of corporate legal documents
- Manage schedules and timelines for efficient deal progress
- Organize documents and provide administrative support for transactions
- Assist with closing preparation and provide general assistance at closing
- Communicate effectively with clients and team members
- Collaborate with other departments and individuals within the firm
- Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's Degree required, with a strong academic background or a combination of education and work experience
- Prior legal experience is useful but not required
- Willingness to maintain an intense and flexible work schedule
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to become familiar with complex transaction procedures and terminology
- Team-oriented mindset
- Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Passion for the legal industry

About Orrick:

Orrick, founded in San Francisco over 150 years ago, is a global law firm serving the technology & innovation, energy & infrastructure, and finance sectors. We are known for delivering the highest-quality legal advice through our diverse teams and culture of innovation and collaboration. In the past five years, we have been named the Most Innovative Law Firm of the Year three times and runner-up twice by Financial Times. Fortune has also named us one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For for nine consecutive years.

Compensation and Benefits:

- Expected salary range for this position:
- California Major Markets: $50, - $69,
- New York City: $53, - $69,
- National: $48, - $62,
- Comprehensive and competitive total compensation package
- Annual discretionary merit bonus
- Elective health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Mental well-being benefits
- Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits
- Short- and long-term disability benefits
- Health savings account and flexible spending accounts
- Long-term care insurance and 401K program
- Paid time off, parental leave, and holidays

How to Apply:

If you are driven, team-oriented, and looking for an opportunity to make an impact, we want to hear from you. To apply for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at . We accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Orrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.