Legal Assistant

Cullen and Dykman•New York, NY

8d•$50,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Cullen and Dykman LLP is a full-service law firm that has been serving clients since 1850. We are committed to delivering the highest quality legal services while upholding the highest standards of professionalism. Our dynamic and collegial environment fosters collaboration among attorneys, paralegals, and staff, ensuring that every team member contributes to the firm’s continued success. The Firm is seeking to add a Legal Administrative Assistant to its Commercial Loan Transaction Banking team in our Battery Park, NYC office. This position will be assisting in the coordination of commercial loan closing activities.

Requirements

2+ years of relevant work experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Strong academic background.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be conscientious, organized, detail-oriented and a team player.
Ability to work independently and multi-task.

Nice To Haves

Four-year college degree is preferred but not required.
Familiarity with UCC filings preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Organize and catalogue documents pertinent to transaction closings.
Maintain filing system, ensuring accessibility completeness and accuracy of the database.
Assisting attorneys in organizing and carrying out special projects as assigned or requested.
Communicate professionally with clients, financial institutions, title companies and opposing counsel.
Review documents for completeness and accuracy before execution and recording.
Enter billing information, maintain time records, and assist with invoicing as needed.
Format, proofread, and revise legal documents related to lending transactions.
Perform document management, scanning, copying, and electronic filing using legal practice management software.