Fund Formation Case Assistant

Cooley LLP • Palo Alto, CA

1d • $34 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

Cooley is seeking a Fund Formation Case Assistant. This position provides paralegal support to attorneys and paralegals and performs administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Available to work overtime, as required
• After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications
• Bachelor’s Degree

Nice To Haves

• Paralegal Certificate
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment for multiple supervisors, meet deadlines and maintain flexibility with work assignments (including changes in attorney/paralegal assignments) and work schedules
• Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments as well as delegate tasks to service departments when necessary
• Possess excellent written, communication and proofreading skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work well with others, including clients
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Must demonstrate initiative, diplomacy and tact
• Reliable, committed and punctual

Responsibilities

• Assist with emerging company and venture fund work including: Preparation and maintenance of organizational documents, Preparation of partnership and limited liability company agreements, Preparation of side letters, transfer agreements, admission agreements and other amendments, Conducting investor suitability due diligence
• Assist with research of Federal and State securities regulations in connection with fund formations
• Assist with the preparation and filing of requisite notices
• Assist with due diligence review of documents and with the preparation of opinions and backup in connection with fund fund formation
• Assist with SEC compliance reporting on behalf of venture fund clients with respect to their public company stock portfolios
• Bill a minimum of 1600 hours annually
• Turn in time sheets, e-timelogs and fulfill other administrative duties in a timely fashion
• All other duties as assigned or required

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account (with applicable medical plan)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Life insurance
• AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment)
• Long-term care coverage
• Backup care for children and/or adults
• Other parental support benefits
• Firm-paid life insurance
• Firm-paid AD&D
• Firm-paid LTD (Long-Term Disability)
• Short term medical benefits
• 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 paid holidays
• Generous parental leave
• Fertility benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level