Dechert

Dechert

Paralegal

New York · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$63k-$84kDetected 30 days ago
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About the role

  • Dechert LLP is searching for an entry-level paralegal in New York to join its Finance and Real Estate practice group.
  • The paralegal will need to think critically to determine work priorities.
  • They will need to efficiently solve problems during fast-paced and pressure-filled transactional matters.

Responsibilities

  • Proofread prospectuses and offering memorandums, forms and other documents.
  • Order and review lien searches and corporate organizational documents.
  • Manage and organize documents and files related to complex finance transactions.
  • Assist with closings by assembling finalized transactional and legal documents.
  • Perform any and all other duties as necessary and as assigned for the efficient functioning of the Department and the Firm.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
  • A demonstrated ability to work in a professional office setting.
  • Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with other employees.
  • Ability to think critically and analytically in a pressured environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidential information.
  • Additional Job Description
  • At the time of this posting, the salary range for this position in New York is $62,500.00 to $84,000.00 annually. Actual compensation is commensurate with job related knowledge, skills, experience and location of the position.
  • Location(s)
  • New York
  • Time Type
  • Full time

Nice to have

  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and PDF software required
  • experience with iManage, Workday, iTimekeep, Box and DocuSign preferred.

Compensation

  • The paralegal will work independently to assist attorneys with preparing signature pages and drafting documents, organizing annual perfection opinions, and assisting with closings in addition to other responsibilities.

Visa & Work Authorization

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