Job Description

Law firm in San Francisco has an amazing opportunity for a Corporate Legal Assistant who is looking to be part of a new practice group in our growing and dynamic organization. This role is perfect for the corporate legal assistant who is looking to work with several private equity partners and assist as they build their practice.

Candidates applying should have 3-5 years of experience in corporate M&A or Private Equity experience from a law firm or in-house legal department.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare, revise, redline and proofread various corporate documents including contracts, agreements, transactional matters, compliance, closing documents, audit letters, etc.
• Assist with assembly of pre-closing documents and sets of executed documents for various signatures, and amendments.
• Work closely with private equity clients as an extension of the practice group.
• Working knowledge of filing procedures, requirements and e-filing with Secretary of State office, in additional to federal, state and local courts.
• Create and maintain client and administrative files in accordance with firm procedures, including within the document management system.
• Schedule appointments including meeting invites, video conference details, conference room requests, meal requests etc. and maintains attorney's calendar.
• Enter and release attorney's billable time in accordance with firm guidelines. Review proformas for billings received from the Accounting Department to clients for services rendered.
• Perform initial conflict checks and open/close client matters and prepare engagement letters.
• Monitor case deadlines and work with Docket Department to ensure deadlines are entered and met.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and track travel expenses for timely reimbursement.
• Communicate professionally and promptly with internal and external clients to deliver a high level of customer service, consistent with the Firm's "First in Service" philosophy.

Qualifications:

The Corporate Legal Assistant must have a High School Diploma in addition to three years of corporate experience, preferably with some private equity experience. Must be able to handle multiple priorities at one time, work well with others and have excellent communication skills. Comprehensive knowledge in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word) and PDF software. Experience with InTapp Time, Intapp Open, Chrome River Expense Reporting, Aderant, Interaction, iManage are pluses. Must possess an excellent customer service attitude.

Job Tags

Similar Jobs