Transactional Legal Assistant - San Diego

Buchalter PC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Profit sharing

Full benefits package

Job summary

A prominent law firm in San Diego is seeking a Transactional Legal Assistant to provide high-level support to attorneys. The role requires exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience, particularly in corporate or transactional settings. A competitive salary range from $95,000 to $105,000 per year is offered, alongside comprehensive benefits. This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about supporting legal transactions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of corporate or transactional experience in a law firm.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and fast-paced tasks.
• Strong attention to detail in document preparation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Draft and finalize legal documents including contracts and agreements.
• Manage attorney calendars and schedule client meetings.
• Track deadlines and ensure compliance with legal requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with legal document management software

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

iManage

Job description

Buchalter LLP, a full-service business law firm, has an immediate opening for a Transactional Legal Assistant based in our San Diego Office. There is only one opening. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-level administrative and organizational support to multiple corporate attorneys. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to delivering high-quality assistance in support of the firm’s transactional legal services.

Essential Functions

• Draft, proofread, edit, and finalize legal documents, including contracts, agreements, closing documents, letters, and correspondence.
• Assist with the preparation of transactional documents such as corporate formations, amendments, and other entity filings.
• Ensure documents comply with firm standards and applicable legal formatting requirements.
• Prepare closing binders and maintain transaction checklists to ensure all deliverables are met.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, calls, and deadlines related to client matters.
• Track key dates, critical deadlines, and follow-ups for transactions, filings, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties to schedule and confirm meetings or closings.
• Handle routine administrative tasks such as time entry, expense reports, and billing coordination for attorneys.
• Manage travel arrangements, meeting logistics, and other administrative needs.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive client and firm information.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor’s degree is a plus.
• Experience: 5+ years of corporate or transactional experience, preferably supporting multiple attorneys in a mid-size to large law firm or a similar environment.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Experience with legal document management software, such as iManage.

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Buchalter LLP offers a competitive salary, 401K, profit sharing and a full benefits package.

Pay Scale: The reasonably expected pay scale for this position is $95,000 to $105,000 per year. This is an employer estimate and the salary offered within that range, and the potential for bonus and bonus amount, will depend on candidate’s years of practice, experience and performance.

Buchalter was founded based on principles of inclusivity. Our Firm’s commitment to reflecting and enhancing the rich diversity of the clients and communities we serve is more than eight decades strong. Buchalter’s diversity of attorneys and staff provides clients with a greater breadth of creative talent and alternative approaches, and enriches our firm’s collaborative, entrepreneurial and collegial environment, benefiting all. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In recruiting, we welcome the unique contributions that all candidates can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

Interested candidates should submit a resume using the link below.