Senior Paralegal - Asset Management & Investment Funds

Administration and OperationsAsset Management and Investment FundsBoston, New York, Washington, DC
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Job Description

At K&L Gates, we are looking for smart, imaginative and hard-working people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and ideas to join us.  Perhaps our search for talented visionaries and your search for important and impactful work lead to the same place.

K&L Gates is seeking a Senior Paralegal to join the Asset Management and Investment Funds practice group in the Boston, New York or Washington, D.C. office. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in securities-related and/or corporate legal matters. Candidates should have experience with fund formation and governance, Blue Sky research, preparation of Form D and Form ADV, federal and state securities laws and investment company filings.  Knowledge of the SEC EDGAR, FINRA IARD/CRD and EFD filing systems and processes is preferred.

The candidate must be a demonstrated self-starter who is both highly organized and a team player.  Applicants must have strong organizational and writing skills, demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, be detail-oriented, and possess the ability to manage simultaneous projects in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.  

Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application. Questions about the position can be emailed to Emily Reichs, Legal Recruiting Manager, at emily.reichs@klgates.com.

 

KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Supervising lawyers, practice area leaders (PALs), Director of Practice Operations, Director of Administration, Paralegal Manager, paralegals and clients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Experience with Blue Sky research, obtaining SEC access codes, preparation of Form D and Form ADV, and documents required for state securities filings.
  • Assist with drafting and filing documents for formation of new corporate entities incorporated in Delaware including initial Certificate of Formation/Incorporation, LLC agreements, limited partnership agreements, bylaws and related agreements.
  • Track investor information for fund clients via spreadsheets and databases, and maintain client filing schedules.
  • Research state corporate laws regarding foreign qualifications and Blue Sky compliance.
  • Experience with Section 13 and 16 filings.
  • Post-closing responsibilities include making necessary securities filings, preparing closing volumes and updating corporate records.
  • Document support in fund closings, corporate restructurings, conversions, re-incorporations and dissolutions.
  • Draft and process legal response letters in connection with audit requests in compliance with established firm processes.
  • Familiarity with private fund offerings, mergers and acquisitions, and public securities regulation (’33 and ‘34 Acts). 

Base compensation $93,963 - $170,224.

The base compensation for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.

ABOUT THE FIRM

K&L Gates is a fully integrated global law firm with lawyers located across five continents in more than 40 offices. We have experienced dramatic growth in the past decade and now rank among the largest U.S. based law firms in the world.  We take pride in constantly striving for innovation, imagination and an entrepreneurial spirit. We come up with big ideas and then roll up our sleeves to get the job done, guiding our clients through their most complex issues in a variety of industry sectors and across multiple regions of the world. 

The industry recognition the firm has garnered emanates from the foundation of a global community aligned on behalf of our clients. The people at K&L Gates are committed to working together to create a legacy for each other, the firm, our clients, and the communities in which we serve. We thrive in an inclusive and socially conscious environment that embraces diversity and takes a holistic approach to the career evolution of all our professionals.

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BENEFITS

K&L Gates offers our personnel a comprehensive suite of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time personnel include:

  • Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)
  • Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
  • Dental Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Vision Insurance
  • Pre-tax Commuting Benefits
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing
  • Business Travel Accident Insurance
  • Short- and Long-term Disability Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)
  • Health Advocacy Services
  • Paid Time Off (20 days/year through first 4 years of employment; 25 days/year after 5 years of employment)
  • Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance
  • Parental Leave (18 weeks of which 6 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)
  • Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service
  • Paid Holidays (12)
  • Addiction Resources
  • Family Building Benefits
  • Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employees also may be eligible to receive bonuses and certain expense reimbursements
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities
  • 529 Deductions
  • Relocation
  • Accident Insurance
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Perks including: Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Programs
  • Bereavement Leave
  • All other benefits (such as leaves of absence) required by law

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Firm is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, competence, and business need. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy governs all aspects of employment including, without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, assignment, and dismissal. In addition, it is the Firm’s policy to provide an environment that is free of all unlawful harassment including, without limitation, that based on sex, race, age, disability, or national origin. The Firm complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact askHR@klgates.com.