Paralegal - Banking and Finance

Lippes Mathias LLP•Buffalo, NY

1d•$27 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Banking and Financial Transactions Practice Group at Lippes Mathias LLP is a comprehensive and experienced legal team, aggregating bank and borrower-side expertise and providing an invaluable tool for lenders and borrowers alike. We are seeking a self-starting candidate with superior organizational skills to support several attorneys in the practice group in a high-profile position with significant client contact. The successful candidate will support the team in drafting and organizing legal documents and will be involved with all aspects of commercial loan transactions.

Requirements

At least 3 years of Banking and Finance Paralegal experience
Accurate typing speed of 65+ wpm
High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
General office and computer experience
Ability to maintain composure under pressure
Reliable attendance record
Experience with editing, revising and drafting of legal documents
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to multi-task and to complete projects with little direction
Ability to use discretion and handle confidential information
Ability to meet deadlines and produce high quality work products
Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills

Responsibilities

Create initial drafts of ancillary loan documents for attorney review
Organize due diligence in preparation for transaction closings
Prepare final documents for closing and interface with clients to coordinate closings
Prepare memoranda to open new matters
Create and maintain electronic directories
Maintain and organize physical files
Prepare and send out transmittal letters to banks and others
Save, print and file document submissions
Prepare delivery requests as needed
Prepare closing binders for completed transactions
Redact and edit documents as requested
Copy and collate packages for loan closings
Maintain closed files, log and follow up on post-closing items