Paralegal Intern

Fried Frank Business Services Opportunities•New York, NY

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Fried Frank is a law firm with a community of 800 lawyers and 500 business services professionals across multiple international locations. They advise leading corporations, investment funds, and financial institutions on significant M&A, securities, regulatory, real estate, and litigation matters. The firm's culture is built on core values of excellence, integrity, and collaboration, aiming to foster continuous learning, mentorship, and professional growth. They are committed to pro bono service and social justice. Their inclusive talent strategy is central to their talent management, striving for a workplace where everyone can grow and thrive. Business services professionals are considered integral to the firm's success, driving innovation and client service. The firm offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives. They seek passionate and driven individuals to join a supportive and empowering environment for career development.

Requirements

Enrolled at a four-year college/university (preferably in Economics, Finance or other related fields); minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5
Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and an interest in financial markets
Capacity to work in a team setting and perform tasks/projects independently
Ability to work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines
Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook
Able to work approximately 15-20 hours a week, with at least one day in office preferred

Nice To Haves

Interest in pursuing law school or a career in law/finance is a plus

Responsibilities

Draft closing documents for clients by incorporating economic terms
Compile and consolidate legal documents for clients by summarizing transactional history
Assist in the filing of deals with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Maintain detailed records of client deal history and assume responsibility for crucial administrative duties relating to those records
Utilize Firm document management systems, databases, and other resources to track and organize many forms of documents and privileged information
Update data systems to track daily deal launches
Assisting paralegals in daily tasks
Drafting closing documents
Preparing legal opinions for clients
Work closely with attorneys and paralegals to deliver the highest level of legal representation to our clients