Corporate Finance Paralegal

Vedders Dallas office is looking for a Corporate Finance Paralegal. The Corporate Finance Paralegal will be responsible for all aspects of deal management for Finance and other transactions from inception to post-closing including document organization preparation and filing of documents for closings assistance at closings post-closing management and follow-up and oversee/manage preparation of closing sets. Assistance with document distribution and UCC management. This high-profile position involves direct interface with attorneys clients Corporate Services and opposing counsel.

As a Corporate Finance Paralegal your duties will include but not be limited to:

General

• Develop and conduct research related to transactions and filings through both print and electronic sources
• Preliminary organization of records and documents
• Work with Accounting to manage corporate services vendors post-completion billing and vendor invoice management
• Work with Corporate Services Team to manage client information in Corporate Focus

Finance and Transactions

• Create and update checklists (check in new documents change status etc.)
• Draft transactional documents including resolutions opinions allonges joinders Secretarys certificates Incumbency certificates and other legal documents relating to loan parties
• Run order and summarize UCC state and federal lien judgment litigation and bankruptcy searches
• Prepare and file various UCC financing statements (UCC-1 Fixture Amendments Continuation and Terminations) for the purpose of securing loans including notes mortgages
• Review and analyze the sufficiency of documentation
• Order good standing certifications and certified charters
• Manage review and organize due diligence materials
• Prepare and submit 8821 form and W-9 form to IRS
• Create signature packets and coordinate their execution (both original and PDF) by multiple parties; Prepare and circulate closing documents to all parties for their review and comments
• Prepare obtain and organize required closing certificates and related documents for pre-closing
• Assemble fully executed closing documents (both original and PDF) with related exhibits schedules and attachments
• Order to obtain post- closing UCC Search to Reflect
• Prepare transmittal letters and coordinate the delivery of the Notes lntercreditor Agreements and Deposit Accounts Control Agreements to loan parties
• Manage/oversee the creation of transactional closing sets or binders and CDs (electronic format) and distribute to appropriate parties
• Manage the post-closing database to manage post-closing matters and create email reminders
• Interact and coordinate with various service companies
• Assist the attorneys with various tasks and assignments
• Recognize and resolve problems

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong research and writing skills
• Willingness and flexibility to work overtime
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work under pressure on time-sensitive projects

Qualifications & Required Experience:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience preferred
• A certificate from an ABA approved paralegal training program preferred
• Minimum 3 years of paralegal experience involving transactional and corporate/securities matters required
• Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be proficient in the following software:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Word Excel and PowerPoint

At Vedder we believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with skills and experience.
• Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Retirement Planning: Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching to help you plan for your future.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health dental and vision plans along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts firm-paid Life and Disability benefits and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days paid holidays sick time and personal days.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training programs.
• Employee Recognition: Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs to celebrate your achievements and milestones.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
• Additional Perks: Employee discount program pre-tax commuter benefits back up child & elder care Employee Assistance Program (EAP) fitness center discounts and more.

Join Vedder and be part of a team that values hard work and dedication!

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race color gender sex age religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations) medical condition protected veteran status gender identity genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. We participate in E-verify.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Recruiting Team at