Senior Paralegal

NEW YORK, New York;Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; Charlotte, North Carolina

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Utilize working knowledge of commercial lending/leasing, real estate, Bankruptcy restructuring and litigation to provide day to day support to the Bank's commercial workout and restructuring teams Review and prepare transactional documents, including credit agreements, amendments, forbearance and settlement agreements, mortgage and lien related documents, title reports and organizational documents.

Prepare responses to discovery, subpoenas and other requests for information. Become familiar with and proficient on the Companys various systems of record in order to assist with document requests and subpoenas.

Perform in-depth legal research and prepare written analyses when appropriate

May interface with vendors, internal business partners, law firms, etc.

Review and interpret legal documents for validity, content, accuracy and compliance with procedures and provide legal guidance to internal teams.

Performs highest level of substantive legal-based services

Uses advanced skills developed through substantial experience in a specialized area and is a relied upon resource for complex matters

Interacts with Outside Counsel and LOB clients with minimal supervision

Trains or mentors junior paralegals in area of specialty as needed

Demonstrates mastery of practice area skills sufficient to handle non-routine legal matters within individual area of authority, using discretion and initiative

Has extensive functional or professional knowledge

Works independently with limited direction from attorney manager

Leads a large project/multiple projects that are significant in scope and impact

May provide technical leadership

Possesses subject matter expertise and understanding of Legal issues relevant to the role; integrates that knowledge into the LOB supported

May interact with senior management and/or business partners across LOBs

Drafts original legal documents and, if applicable, client correspondence of substantive, complex nature with little supervision

Develops policies and procedures, form documents and guidelines for area of specialty

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Four year college degree

• Strong understanding of transactional documentation

• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial loan documents

• Minimum of seven years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years working as a paralegal. If internal candidate, Bank of America experience should be consistently rated Exceeds in the what or the how categories.

• Works well under pressure and effectively handles multiple, concurrent demands and appropriately prioritizes responsibilities.

• Critical thinking and analytical skills

• Independent judgment and decision making skills

• Ability to identify and analyze complex Legal issues

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Attention to detail

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products

• Has developed proficiency in legal research skills and the use of internet-based legal research tools

• Demonstrate a positive attitude, the ability to work with others and a desire to learn

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Certificate from ABA-accredited program

• Experience with handling litigation matters and e-discovery

Job Band:

H5

Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:

40

Weekly Schedule:

Referral Bonus Amount:

0

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Utilize working knowledge of commercial lending/leasing, real estate, Bankruptcy restructuring and litigation to provide day to day support to the Bank's commercial workout and restructuring teams Review and prepare transactional documents, including credit agreements, amendments, forbearance and settlement agreements, mortgage and lien related documents, title reports and organizational documents.

Prepare responses to discovery, subpoenas and other requests for information. Become familiar with and proficient on the Companys various systems of record in order to assist with document requests and subpoenas.

Perform in-depth legal research and prepare written analyses when appropriate

May interface with vendors, internal business partners, law firms, etc.

Review and interpret legal documents for validity, content, accuracy and compliance with procedures and provide legal guidance to internal teams.

Performs highest level of substantive legal-based services

Uses advanced skills developed through substantial experience in a specialized area and is a relied upon resource for complex matters

Interacts with Outside Counsel and LOB clients with minimal supervision

Trains or mentors junior paralegals in area of specialty as needed

Demonstrates mastery of practice area skills sufficient to handle non-routine legal matters within individual area of authority, using discretion and initiative

Has extensive functional or professional knowledge

Works independently with limited direction from attorney manager

Leads a large project/multiple projects that are significant in scope and impact

May provide technical leadership

Possesses subject matter expertise and understanding of Legal issues relevant to the role; integrates that knowledge into the LOB supported

May interact with senior management and/or business partners across LOBs

Drafts original legal documents and, if applicable, client correspondence of substantive, complex nature with little supervision

Develops policies and procedures, form documents and guidelines for area of specialty

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Four year college degree

• Strong understanding of transactional documentation

• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial loan documents

• Minimum of seven years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years working as a paralegal. If internal candidate, Bank of America experience should be consistently rated Exceeds in the what or the how categories.

• Works well under pressure and effectively handles multiple, concurrent demands and appropriately prioritizes responsibilities.

• Critical thinking and analytical skills

• Independent judgment and decision making skills

• Ability to identify and analyze complex Legal issues

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Attention to detail

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products

• Has developed proficiency in legal research skills and the use of internet-based legal research tools

• Demonstrate a positive attitude, the ability to work with others and a desire to learn

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Certificate from ABA-accredited program

• Experience with handling litigation matters and e-discovery

Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:

40

Learn more about this role

Full time

JR-22078754

Band: H5

Manages People: No

Travel: No

Manager:

Talent Acquisition Contact:

Jeri Risin

Referral Bonus:

0

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