Legal Assistant - Transactional

The ideal candidate will possess strong administrative skills, a thorough understanding of corporate law, and experience in managing legal documentation, attorney timekeeping, client billing, and other essential office functions. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a talented team and assist with high-profile transactional and tax planning matters.Key Responsibilities:Provide administrative support to transactional and tax planning attorneys, including calendar management, scheduling meetings, and preparing documents for client transactions.Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents such as contracts, tax filings, corporate resolutions, and other legal correspondence.Assist with the preparation and filing of documents with the Secretary of State, IRS, and other relevant entities.Conduct legal research and prepare summaries on various corporate and tax-related matters.Open and maintain new client files, ensuring all necessary documentation is organized and up to date.Prepare engagement letters and other client-related documentation, ensuring all terms are clearly outlined and accurate.Monitor and manage attorney timekeeping, ensuring accurate and timely entry of billable hours into the firm's timekeeping system.Prepare, review, and submit attorney expense reports and track associated billing.Manage and organize client files, including maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of ongoing transactions and legal matters.Assist in the preparation for meetings, conference calls, and presentations, ensuring all materials are organized and prepared in advance.Qualifications:5+ years of experience working as a legal assistant in a law firmStrong knowledge of corporate law, transactional procedures, and tax planning strategies.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines effectively.Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal software platforms (e.g., iManage, Relativity).Experience with timekeeping and billing systems, preferably in a law firm environment.

Created: 2025-02-20