Fund Formation Paralegal

Palo Alto, CA or Los Angeles, CA or Chicago, IL or San Francisco, CA or San Diego, CA

Summary

A premier, global law firm is seeking a Fund Formation Paralegal. Fund Formation paralegals provide paralegal support to the firm’s attorneys and senior paralegals and perform administrative duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

All facets of emerging company and venture fund work including

Preparation and maintenance of organizational documents

Preparation of partnership and limited liability company agreements

Preparation of side letters, transfer agreements, admission agreements and other amendments

Conducting investor suitability due diligence

Research of Federal and State securities regulations in connection with fund formations

Preparation and filing of requisite notices

Conduct due diligence review of documents and assist with the preparation of opinions and backup in connection with fund formation

Handle SEC compliance reporting on behalf of venture fund clients with respect to their public company stock portfolios

Turn in time sheets, e-timelogs and fulfill other administrative duties in a timely fashion

All other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

Required

Available to work overtime, as required

After orientation at the firm, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications

Bachelor’s Degree

Bill a minimum of 1600 hours annually

1-3 years of Fund Formation experience

Preferred

Paralegal Certificate

Competencies

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment for multiple supervisors, meet deadlines and maintain flexibility with work assignments (including changes in attorney/paralegal assignments) and work schedules

Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments as well as delegate tasks to service departments when necessary

Excellent written, communication and proofreading skills with attention to detail

Ability to work well with others, including clients

Ability to work well under pressure

Must demonstrate initiative, diplomacy, and tact

Reliable, committed, and punctual

Compensation: $83,200.00-$118,560.00, plus overtime and bonus