Public Finance Paralegal (Atlanta or Macon, GA)

Bulter Snow•Atlanta, GA

42d

About The Position

Are you interested in joining a collaborative team at a fast-moving AM200 law firm that offers a small firm atmosphere? Would you like to work with professionals dedicated to delivering top-quality representation for clients? Are you seeking an office environment where your contributions are valued and appreciated? Butler Snow LLP is currently seeking an experienced Business Paralegal to join our team. Take your career to new horizons and come work with us!

Requirements

Minimum 4 years of paralegal experience required
A strong understanding of client industry
Ability to anticipate attorney needs and exercise sound judgment when necessary
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite including excel, word and power point
Experience capturing and recording billable time
High degree of detail and client focus
Experience in working with bond transactions, economic development projects, tax advantaged financing, and related corporate and governmental matters.
Ability to work independently or collaboratively in a team
Drive and personal initiative
Knowledge of how entities (i.e., corporations, LLCs) are organized and entire process including Secretary of State's Office procedures, etc.
Knowledge to utilize resources to search land records and titles, research tax assessor and tax collector websites and other areas related to business law to provide thorough and productive research
Demonstrates understanding of practice group economics (i.e., firm revenue and how paralegals impact revenue)

Nice To Haves

2-4 year degree and/or paralegal certificate from an accredited paralegal program is desire

Responsibilities

Support attorneys in all phases of public finance and credit market transactions, including preparation, organization, and management of closing documents.
Maintain files from the court dockets in iManage
Draft, revise, and file documents related to bond issuances, loan transactions, and tax-exempt financings.
Schedule and maintain case calendars
Assist with due diligence, compile issuing authority materials, and maintain transaction checklists.
Participate in administrative staff meetings and other meetings as necessary
Coordinate with municipalities, underwriters, financial advisors, corporate clients, and internal teams to ensure timely flow of information.
Prepare first drafts of resolutions, certificates, closing binders, and other transactional-related documents.
Conduct legal and factual research, including review of public records, property information, and corporate filings.
Manage filing and delivery of required disclosures and post-closing documentation.
Assist with state and local tax incentive project filings and reporting obligations.
Maintain organized electronic matter files and ensure all documentation adheres to firm standards.
Track deadlines, monitor project timelines, and provide proactive updates to attorneys.
Support ongoing client relationships by ensuring responsive, accurate, and professional communication.