Job Description

JURISOLUTIONS is partnering with our corporate client in New York to identify an experienced Corporate Securities Paralegal with at least eight years of securities experience within a law firm setting. This is a full-time, permanent role and an excellent opportunity for the right candidate. The ideal candidate will provide organizational and focused assistance to attorneys in the Corporate Securities Department involved in various securities-related transactions, including related federal and state securities laws research and analysis. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of state Blue Sky laws and general filing requirements are a must. This position supports multiple offices and requires the ability to successfully collaborate remotely as well as the flexibility to work overtime when necessary.

Principal tasks include:

• Perform blue sky research re: state exemptions
• Prepare and file Form Ds with the SEC and the states
• Prepare and file state registration and/or exemption documents
• Construct initial drafts of response letters to state comment letters
• Assist with various types of corporate and commercial transactions, including authorizations to do business in the various states
• File Forms A and D with the states, either electronically through EFD or via hard copies
• Monitor/track and prepare annual state registration and/or exemption renewals
• Maintain accurate timekeeping records

Requirements to be considered for this role include:

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or combination of relevant experience preferred
• Must be familiar with practice specific technology
• Excellent client service skills and ability to manage competing priorities effectively with minimal supervision
• Ability to learn new technology quickly
• Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
• Experience working with state securities regulatory administrators, as well as NASAA, the SEC and FINRA
• Familiarity with public companies with listed securities or companies that are subject to the ’34 Act reporting requirements.
• Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, experience with Westlaw, Lexis, and SEC Edgar required

Company Description

JURISolutions Legal (JSL) is a national, award-winning legal services and recruitment firm providing innovative, cost-effective legal solutions to corporations, government entities and law firms. Since 1997, we have provided our clients with access to top legal talent across the country and we specialize in designing customized legal solutions specific to our clients’ needs. Today, JURISolutions is a GSA contract holder and one of the largest WOSB and WBENC certified legal services firms in the country.