Corporate Legal Assistant I

About Us:

Kirkland & Ellis LLP is an international law firm with more than 1,400 lawyers located in Chicago, Hong Kong, London, Los Angeles, Munich, New York, San Francisco and Washington, D.C.  The Firm is renowned for its ability to handle complex legal issues, particularly in its core practices of private equity, restructuring, tax, intellectual property and litigation.

Job Description:

The Chicago office is seeking a Corporate Legal Assistant who is responsible for the preparation and filing of incorporation or formation documents, drafting organizational consents, preparation and filing of foreign qualifications and withdrawal applications, preparation and filing of d/b/a applications, preparation, review and summary of UCC financing statements, applications for EINs, drafting consents for board and officer elections.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of corporate governance experience including drafting skills, ordering documents, maintenance of minute books and stock ledgers and assistance with closings.  In addition, strong computer abilities, attention to detail, ability to multitask, excellent communication and organizational skills are required.  Bachelor's degree preferred.  Travel and overtime may be required.

Contact Us:

Please apply online via our website: www.kirkland.com

 

 

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