Lippes Mathias LLP
Legal Assistant - Banking & Finance
Lippes Mathias LLP, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266
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.
Responsibilities and Duties
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
Our ideal Legal Assistant will have:
Preferably one year minimum experience in a law firm
Accurate typing speed of 65+ wpm
High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
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 directionAbility to use discretion and handle confidential information
Ability to meet deadlines and produce high quality work products
Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
Salary range depending on experience: $39,000 - $46,800 annually
The pay range provided in this listing is a good faith estimate for this position based on the location that we are hiring for. Criteria included but not limited to, skill level, education, and experience, will determine where a candidate falls within the range.
Founded in 1965 in Buffalo, New York, Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with 17 offices and nearly 220 attorneys. We grow and thrive every day by way of our unique culture, which puts a premium on collegiality, collaboration, and support for our employees at every turn. You’ll quickly notice that we approach law differently at Lippes Mathias—we think ahead and around corners for our myriad regional, national, and international clients in a range of different industries. Rather than providing endless options and choices, we serve as business partners to our clients, delivering them the answers to their legal questions that advance their business outcomes.
To learn more about Lippes Mathias, visit our recruiting website: https://www.lippescareers.com/
Benefits
Highmark BCBS PPO/POS plans > 4 medical plan options including 2 HDHP/HSA qualified plans
Dental plan (including orthodontic coverage)
Vision plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Paid time off (PTO) inclusive of vacation, sick and personal leave
401(k) with guaranteed safe harbor contribution plus profit sharing
Term Life and AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability
Additional Voluntary benefits: Specified Disease, Hospital and Accident plans
Employee Assistance Program including mental health support
Legal work discount program
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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.
Responsibilities and Duties
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
Our ideal Legal Assistant will have:
Preferably one year minimum experience in a law firm
Accurate typing speed of 65+ wpm
High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
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 directionAbility to use discretion and handle confidential information
Ability to meet deadlines and produce high quality work products
Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
Salary range depending on experience: $39,000 - $46,800 annually
The pay range provided in this listing is a good faith estimate for this position based on the location that we are hiring for. Criteria included but not limited to, skill level, education, and experience, will determine where a candidate falls within the range.
Founded in 1965 in Buffalo, New York, Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with 17 offices and nearly 220 attorneys. We grow and thrive every day by way of our unique culture, which puts a premium on collegiality, collaboration, and support for our employees at every turn. You’ll quickly notice that we approach law differently at Lippes Mathias—we think ahead and around corners for our myriad regional, national, and international clients in a range of different industries. Rather than providing endless options and choices, we serve as business partners to our clients, delivering them the answers to their legal questions that advance their business outcomes.
To learn more about Lippes Mathias, visit our recruiting website: https://www.lippescareers.com/
Benefits
Highmark BCBS PPO/POS plans > 4 medical plan options including 2 HDHP/HSA qualified plans
Dental plan (including orthodontic coverage)
Vision plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Paid time off (PTO) inclusive of vacation, sick and personal leave
401(k) with guaranteed safe harbor contribution plus profit sharing
Term Life and AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability
Additional Voluntary benefits: Specified Disease, Hospital and Accident plans
Employee Assistance Program including mental health support
Legal work discount program
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