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About the Role

This role supports attorneys in business formations, contract matters, and other legal issues, playing a vital part in serving clients and handling various legal tasks related to investment management.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in support of business formations and contract matters, including preparation of subscription documents, AML/KYC processes, investor intake and due diligence, and securities filings.
• Prepare and handle Form D and state blue sky filings, as well as other related securities filings.
• Assist in the preparation of legal documents by gathering information and drafting necessary paperwork for investors and sponsors during the investor intake and due diligence process.
• Review, organize, and manage various business contracts and agreements, including partnership agreements, operating agreements, and subscription documents.
• Use reference materials and perform basic legal research using a variety of resources.
• Stay updated on changes in investment management rules and regulations to provide accurate support and assist in drafting client alerts.
• Work closely with paralegals, legal assistants, and other attorneys as required.
• Accurately track and record time billed on claim-related tasks, meeting monthly goals after initial training.
• Assist attorneys with speeches and articles.
• Attend CLE and courses to expand knowledge of substantive law.
• Perform other related duties as needed or assigned.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or 2+ years of experience as a paralegal assisting with business matters.
• Experience in the legal services industry.
• ABA paralegal certificate.
• Familiarity with effective administrative processes.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deals simultaneously.
• Must possess strong writing skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, logically, and grammatically.
• Ability to conduct legal research and translate difficult concepts into simple terms.
• Strong computer skills, including comfort with Microsoft Word and other Microsoft Office products.
• Comfortable interacting and communicating with internal team members, clients, and court personnel.
• Must be able to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Adept at working independently or collaboratively within a team.
• Must be able to move around the office up to 15% of the time.
• Remains stationary at least 75% of the time.
• Constantly operates computers and other office productivity machines.
• Occasionally required to move documents or files weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Requires constant communication and exchange of information with Firm attorneys, clients, and staff.
• Must be able to inspect and observe information on a computer screen at least 80% of the time.

Skills

• Organizational skills
• Analytical skills
• Communication skills
• Legal research
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office products

Location

• London

Work Type

• Hybrid in office
• Overtime Required

Experience Level

• 2+ years of experience as a paralegal

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree
• Paralegal certificate from an ABA approved school

About the Company

• At Haynes and Boone, our people are the driving force behind our success.
• We value the role every individual plays in how we deliver exceptional legal services.
• Our London office is a modern, state-of-the-art space in the heart of the City of London.
• The London office is home to more than 60 transactional and dispute resolution lawyers.
• Our lawyers bring deep industry insight and strong commercial judgment to complex cross-border matters.
• Our continued growth strengthens our ability to support clients operating in today’s interconnected energy and financial markets.
• Our London lawyers are recognized in Chambers and Partners UK and Legal 500 UK.
• We are leaders among US firms in the ARL Advisor Rankings Guide.
• We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.
• We look for highly motivated lawyers and business professionals who value our culture of respect, collaboration, and excellence.