Paralegal - Public Finance (Hybrid)

Full Time
Minneapolis, MN
Posted
Job description

Ballard Spahr LLP is seeking a paralegal to support our nationally-recognized public finance lawyers who represent governmental entities and 501(c)(3) exempt organizations in virtually every type of public finance transaction. This position is located in Minneapolis and offers a work schedule of 3 days a week in the office. The successful candidate will undertake a range of tasks and responsibilities that include:

  • preparation of documentation for municipal bond offerings, including organizing, proofreading and assembling documents
  • conducting due-diligence; gathering and organizing financial data related to bond issuers from public sources, drafting documents and opinions; coordinating closing logistics
  • preparing and filing of UCC Financing Statements; researching industry databases, publicly-available information from local governments and other sources, and applicable law


Required Skills


This position requires someone who is detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and with an understanding of the cycle of a transaction. Candidates considered will be proactive self-starters with demonstrated experience maintaining high quality work products in a fast-paced environment and within time constraints. Strong writing and proofreading skills, oral communication skills, research, organizational and interpersonal skills are essential to be successful in this position.


Required Experience


Minimum requirements include prior work experience with financial or real estate transactions, ideally in public finance; intermediate level of technical proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (including Excel); and strong basic mathematical skills. Basic understanding of financial statements and experience with document management systems would be very helpful. Must be able to work overtime, as needed. Candidates with experience in other practice areas or whose experience and skills are closely related to this position will be considered.

Ballard Spahr is committed to increasing diversity in the legal profession and supporting communities where we live and work. People from all backgrounds are valued and integrated into every part of the firm. Diverse candidates, including women, people of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and individuals with a disability, are encouraged to apply.

The health, safety and well-being of our Ballard community is a top priority. Therefore, all lawyers and staff are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment. In connection with this policy, we will require proof of vaccination. We believe this is the best way for us to fulfill our legal obligation to provide a safe workplace, which has been and continues to be a top priority as we manage the many challenges of the pandemic. If you have any questions regarding the firm’s vaccination policy, please contact our Human Resources Department at HRD@ballardspahr.com.

The Firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.

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