Corporate and Transactional Legal Assistant - Raleigh

Brooks Pierce , a business law firm specializing in all aspects of business law, with over 120 lawyers and four offices, seeks a full-time Legal Assistant for our Raleigh office to assist in the Corporate and Transactional practice areas. Benefits: We offer a strong benefits package that includes onsite training, a generous PTO allotment, two medical and dental plans, vision, STD/LTD, life insurance, paid parking, a 401K match, and a collegial working environment. Located in downtown Raleigh, the office hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Some overtime and a flexible schedule are expected. Salary is commensurate with experience and education. Requirements: Minimum three years of experience, preferably in a mid-to-large sized law firm Attention to detail including formatting, proofreading and grammar Ability to take direction from attorneys and prioritize accordingly Maintain a high level of initiative Work well with others in a team environment Excellent communication skills Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and PDF Converter Primary Responsibilities: Word processing, transcribe dictation, draft and finalize correspondence and documents Maintain filing system including timely filing, opening and closing files Perform internet searches and library searches Maintain corporate minute books and stock transfer ledgers Prepare closing binders and post-closing work Prepare real estate documents for corporate acquisitions or transactions File documents with Secretary of State Make travel arrangements Compile electronic document databases Reserve conference rooms and schedule client conferences Attorney time entry, client billing, travel and expense reimbursement Assist on special projects (in other practice areas) Other tasks as needed Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter with salary requirements to resumes@brookspierce.com .