Paralegal - Global Transportation Finance

Vedder; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Discretionary annual bonus

401(k) matching

Health and wellness plans

Paid time off

Professional development

Employee recognition programs

Hybrid work model

Employee discount program

Pre-tax commuter benefits

EAP

Fitness center discounts

Job summary

Vedder's Los Angeles office is seeking a Global Transportation Finance Paralegal to support the Firm’s GTF team in Los Angeles, Miami or Dallas. This role involves document preparation, UCC filings for closings, and post-closing follow-up, with interaction with lawyers, clients and opposing counsel.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in commercial lending/asset-based financing, familiarity with UCCs and knowledge of the International Registry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in commercial lending/asset-based financing and transactional work preferred.
• Familiarity with UCCs is a preferred qualification.
• Knowledge of the International Registry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist lawyers with all aspects of corporate, finance and GTF transactions, including document prep and distribution.
• Draft and lodge charges, mortgages and corporate authorities; manage closing sets and post-closing activities.
• Prepare Uniform Commercial Code filings and related documentation; coordinate filings with authorities.
• Interact with clients, opposing counsel and government authorities as needed.
• Annually log a target 1500 billable hours.

Skills

Quick learner

Organizational skills

Verbal & written communication

Work under pressure

Independent & collaborative

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Overtime willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Vedder's Los Angeles office is seeking a Global Transportation Finance Paralegal. Vedder has an excellent employment opportunity for a Global Transportation Finance Paralegal in our Los Angeles, Miami or Dallas office. This high-profile position entails providing paralegal support to the Firm’s Global Transportation Finance (GTF) team. The GTF Paralegal will be responsible for document preparation and distribution, preparation and filing of documents and UCCs for closings, and post-closing document preparation and follow-up. This position entails direct interaction with lawyers, clients and opposing counsel.

As a Paralegal, your job duties will include but not be limited to:

• Assist the lawyers with all aspects of corporate, finance and GTF transactions, including document preparation and distribution, creating closing indices, proofing and amending documents, updating closing checklists and preparation of closing sets, preparing execution versions of transaction documents, managing post-closing activities and attending to related matters
• Draft and lodge/register charges, aircraft, ship and railcar mortgages
• Draft corporate authorities and ancillary documents
• Deal with opposing counsel in relation to corporate authorisation and ancillary matters
• Limited due diligence in relation to corporate powers and authority
• Work with government authorities such as various Ship Registries (domestic and international) and the International Registry
• Proofread and check documents
• Monitor receipt of conditions precedent documents and communicate with clients regarding the status of same
• Prepare instructions to the transaction parties of deals covering specific topics for each deal as assigned and under the supervision of the lawyer
• Prepare and review Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filings and related documentation and arrange filing of same
• Make International Registry filings and obtain searches on equipment and International Registry users from the International Registry
• Prepare or manage the preparation of closing sets and post-closing documentation, including electronic and hard-copy closing sets (if needed); distribute original documents and closing sets to the relevant transaction parties; proofread CD and hard-copy closing sets received from opposing counsel
• Assist in the creation, organization and management of physical and virtual data rooms
• Analyze and organize records and documents
• Review, reconcile and approve certain vendor invoices pre- and post-closing to ensure timely billing to the client
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the lawyers
• Annually log a target 1500 billable hours

Skills & Competencies:

• Able to learn quickly and apply training to practical issues
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Able to work under pressure on time sensitive projects
• Able to work both independently and interdependently
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Willingness to work overtime

Qualifications & Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in commercial lending/asset-based financing and transactional work preferred
• Familiarity with UCCs is a preferred
• Knowledge of the International Registry is a plus

Computer Skills:

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

• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, Outlook and Excel; proficiency using the Internet for fact research

Compensation Range:

$90,000/yr. to $115,000/yr.

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.