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Transactional Paralegal The candidate will be familiar with drafting, filing and searching for Charter documents, preparing and filing UCC's and obtaining certificates of good standing in various states. Prepare personal property returns. Prepare governing documents and minute books, including by laws, operating agreements, stock certificates and ledgers. Prepare audit letter responses. Obtain copies of documents filed with land records in various states; obtain plats, draft requests for and obtain zoning compliances in various states and draft deeds and promissory notes. Possess and maintain an extensive understanding of transactional paralegal work. Research, draft, review documents, and legal opinions related to practice area. Communicate directly with attorneys, clients and outside counsel on active matters as necessary to resolve issues and keep projects on track. Prepare and organize closing documents. Attend and participate in closings. Track, follow up, and record post-closing documents. Communicate with SDAT, IRS, SEC, and various county deed recording offices. Provide cross-office support. Ability to work standard business hours and overtime to support the practice group.
The candidate should have a bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience as a transactional paralegal. Corporate and real estate experience preferred. Maintain up-to-date working knowledge of the Corporate practice area. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Ability to maintain professional relationships with firm attorneys, opposing counsel, clients, firm management and peers. Must be proactive, detail-oriented, organized and demonstrate initiative on a consistent basis. Must have ability to multi-task, problem-solve and organize. Must be available to work overtime including evenings and weekends, as necessary. Must be flexible, demonstrating the ability to adapt easily to a fast-paced working environment. Must be able to keep client matters confidential. Experience in a large law firm environment or extensive transactional (business & real estate) experience preferred. Must have a professional and pleasant demeanor as they communicate with clients and attorneys. Ability to manage client expectations. Legal project management experience a plus.
