Financial and Real Estate Specialist

Armstrong Teasdale LLP has a long and distinguished track record of delivering sophisticated legal advice and exceptional service to a dynamic client base around the world. Whether an issue is global or local, large or small, Armstrong Teasdale provides each client with an invaluable combination of legal resources and practical advice in nearly every area of law. The firm has 13 offices throughout the U.S. and in the U.K., and more than 640 attorneys and staff firmwide.

Armstrong Teasdale is seeking a Financial and Real Estate Specialist to join the firm. The Financial and Real Estate Specialist supports attorneys throughout all legal processes including hearings and depositions. Areas of focus could include all aspects of commercial real estate transactions and litigation matters.

Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Assists with the drafting and review of special tax district documents, financial statements, deeds and other property documents for recording

· Reviews legal bankruptcy documentations in preparation for hearings and depositions

· Monitors compliance with deadlines for filing of required periodic reports with court and trustee

· Assists attorneys in researching, drafting and revision of bond issue documents

· Prepares and executes court filings including filing Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) financing statements

· Supports attorneys in closing transactions, such as preparing checklists and collecting and organizing supporting documentation

· Serves as a key point of contact for clients and interprets data for clients

· Conducts legal research in order to prepare depositions, hearings and legal arrangements

Competencies:

· Decision Making – Makes decisions quickly and potentially with limited information; structures and coordinates personal and team priorities

· Communication – Shares information by using data and information to support an argument or point of view; keeps team informed about progress and problems; avoids surprises; and understands the appropriate level of confidentiality required

· Leadership – Gives positive and constructive feedback to peers; trains new employees; finds solutions to a problem; works autonomously; and is motivated to anticipate future business needs

· Continuous Learning – Identifies self-training needs and opportunities; positively accepts changes

· Teamwork – Actively participates in the team and can provide feedback and solutions; listens and responds constructively to others' concerns

· Alignment to Values – Consistently demonstrates the Firm's values and offers constructive feedback to team members regarding the values; strives to learn more and participate in diversity and inclusion efforts; demonstrates respect by understanding and providing support

Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education: N/A

Required Licenses and/or Certifications: N/A

Required Experience: 2 years in legal industry or equivalent transferrable skills from industries such as insurance, government, regulatory/compliance administration; skilled in Microsoft Office

Preferred Experience: 3-5 years as a legal assistant in the Finance and Banking industries

Supervisory Responsibilities: Indirect

Physical Activity: The employee will be required to sit for prolonged periods and work on a computer.

Travel Required: N/A

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

EEO Statement: Armstrong Teasdale is an equal opportunity employer and will make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status or other protected status, in accordance with federal, state and local laws. At Armstrong Teasdale, we define diversity and inclusion broadly and focus on helping professionals of all races, religions, national origins, gender identities, ethnicities, sexual orientations and physical abilities feel a sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are core values of the firm, and we recognize the richness they bring to our workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• legal industry or equivalent transferrable skills: 2 years (Required)
• Microsoft Office: 2 years (Required)
• legal assistant in the Finance and Banking Industries: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location