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ECVC Paralegal Assistant

Perkins Coie

San Francisco, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$61,530–$87,570 Per Year
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Adobe Product Family, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Contact Management, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Due Diligence, Google Apps, Internet Research, Internet Technology, Interpersonal Skills, Investment Capital, Legal, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Problem Solving Skills, Record Keeping, Research Skills, Spanish Language, Time Management, Time Tracking, Venture Capital
LOCATION
San Francisco, CA
POSTED
Today
Job Description:

Perkins Coie's nationally recognized Emerging Companies & Venture Capital Law practice is seeking a highly motivated Paralegal Assistant to join its offices. Under supervision, this position will assist paralegals, lawyers, and clients with a variety of duties.

In addition, as a member of the Perkins Coie professional support staff team, this position is also responsible for promoting and maintaining the goodwill and reputation of the firm. In this capacity, the Paralegal Assistant is expected to maintain the highest level of professional conduct and confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

These essential functions are primary job duties that the incumbent must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation.
  • Assist with maintaining corporate records.
  • Assist with maintaining stock ledgers and capitalization and option plan administration.
  • Assist with "blue sky" research and state and federal filings.
  • Assist with due diligence production and/or review.
  • Draft miscellaneous transaction documents.
  • Assist paralegals with closings on venture capital financing and merger and acquisition transactions.
  • Maintain positive contact with clients and observe confidentiality of client matters.
  • Conduct basic internet research. Ability to access and understand information contained on secretary of state websites.
  • Keep accurate time records.
  • Prepare material for internal and external distribution.
  • Obtain factual information from clients and third parties, including governmental agencies.
  • Keep track of case/matter deadlines.
  • Perform computer database input and retrieval.
  • Be present at work during regularly scheduled working hours and as needed in the job position, consistent with the firm's attendance expectations.
SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED
  • Excellent organization and communication skills.
  • Highly developed attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal and client service skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Must be able to handle multiple assignments and work well under pressure.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Flexibility to assist the team in meeting client demands on accelerated schedules.
  • Available to work overtime as necessary.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
  • Ability to track and record time accurately and timely.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Requires a 4-year degree or equivalent, and 1-plus years' experience as a corporate paralegal.
  • Law firm experience is a plus.
  • Fluency in Spanish, written and verbal, is required.
  • Microsoft Word, Outlook, Adobe, Excel, Google Docs.


At Perkins Coie, we look for self-motivated individuals dedicated to providing value and superior service and who have a high degree of integrity and enthusiasm for their work. We have created a company culture based on collaboration, devotion to serving our clients, and mutual respect. Perkins Coie is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion both within the firm and throughout our collective communities. Work with one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For and receive great health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and paid sabbaticals.

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually, personal medical and parental leave, up to 10 paid holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.

This position may be filled in the following location(s). The listed compensation range reflects the typical pay for this role, though it is rare for new hires to receive an offer at the top of the range. Actual compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity.

San Franciso Compensation Range: $ 61,530.00 to $ 87,570.00 annually

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