Entry-Level Legal Assistant - Corporate… at Milbank LLP · US-New…

Summary: Milbank LLP is a leading law firm seeking an Entry-Level Legal Assistant to provide support to attorneys in their Corporate Finance and Securities practice. The role involves drafting and proofreading legal documents, preparing corporate filings, and assisting with various administrative tasks. Responsibilities: - Draft, translate and proofread a variety of legal documents, particularly for cross-border debt and equity offerings - Prepare documents for corporate filings with the Brazilian and U.S. stock exchanges, and domestic and foreign regulatory agencies - Prepare marketing materials such as proposal letters and marketing presentations - Conduct and compile research, maintain/update working group lists and organize due diligence documents - Draft letters to clients and other counsel - Prepare Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filings, order Lien searches and stay abreast of regulations relating to Article 9 of the UCC - Assist with the creation of corporations and limited liability companies, including preparation of formation documents, ordering searches and overseeing all filing requirements and maintenance obligations - Validate and process vendor invoices in a timely manner - Prepare responses to auditor requests - Assemble and distribute documents for hearings and client meetings - Maintain and update case contact information - Notarize documents, assist with notary authentication and apostilling/consularization of documents - Review and proofread legal documents (grammar/punctuation, definition/cross reference checks and book reads) - Assist with closings, draft and review closing checklists and prepare closing binders in electronic and paper format for distribution - Load and organize closing sets and deal documents in relevant databases - Draft form documents/correspondence for deal participants - Other responsibilities as they may be assigned from time-to-time Required Qualifications: - A 4-year college degree required by the time employment commences - Fluency in Portuguese a requirement - Strong client service and demonstrated written and oral communication skills - Ability to handle and complete multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision - Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize - Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure - Strong attention-to-detail, spelling and grammar skills - Ability to think critically, analytically and exhibit sound judgment - Effective and proactive team player - Flexible and available to work overtime as needed (includes evening and weekend) - Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat - Become a notary public within the first 6 months of employment - Available to report to work on regularly scheduled days and at the scheduled hour Preferred Qualifications: - Fluency in Spanish preferred, but not required Required Skills: Fluency in Portuguese Important Skills: Legal document drafting, Microsoft Office proficiency, Notary public certification Nice-to-Have Skills: Client service skills, Fluency in Spanish, Oral communication skills