Paralegals

Paralegals are a vital part of the Nixon Peabody team. Their in-depth knowledge and support enable the firm to offer clients legal services of the highest caliber. We therefore strive to recruit individuals with strong educational and professional experience and provide them with exceptional career development opportunities. The program's structure accommodates individuals of various experience and skill levels with positions ranging from entry-level to advanced.

Nixon Peabody has designed its program to ensure that all paralegals will be personally and professionally challenged throughout their careers. The firm also provides them with regular performance feedback and comprehensive annual evaluations—essential tools for those eager to develop their professional skills and broaden their experience.

Through mentoring and training support, the firm helps paralegals advance their knowledge and skills while pursuing career paths in their desired disciplines. Our Paralegal Council also provides support by meeting regularly and working to enhance the professional experience of paralegals throughout the firm.

Paralegals at Nixon Peabody enjoy an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical and dental plans, 401(k) plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid vacation, dependent care assistance, and tuition reimbursement.

If you are thinking about joining our paralegal team, please forward your resume and a cover letter to:

Frances K. Leppard
fleppard@nixonpeabody.com
Nixon Peabody LLP
437 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10022

Current Opportunities

New York City Office Positions

Corporate/Business Paralegal

Location
New York, NY

Nixon Peabody LLP has an immediate opening for a highly motivated, experienced corporate/business paralegal in our New York City office. The successful candidate must have experience in incorporation procedures and corporate maintenance; assisting in business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, and in securities offerings and compliance. Responsibilities include: drafting of corporate documentation; corporate maintenance and compliance; assistance with private placements, venture capital, and public offerings; preparation of SEC and state blue sky filings; document retrieval, business research, and corporate document filing; UCC searches, preparation and filings; assistance with due diligence; transactional closing activities and post-closing follow-up.

Qualified candidates must have a minimum of four years’ relevant experience. Four-year college degree and paralegal certificate or appropriate job-related experience in corporate; strong computer skills including PC, Internet and database; strong organizational and management skills, strong communication skills, both oral and written; and ability to work well under pressure. EOE.

Contact
Tracy S. Wolf
twolf@nixonpeabody.com
Fax: 866-620-1150
Nixon Peabody LLP
1100 Clinton Square
Rochester, NY 14604

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Lateral Attorneys Law Students Professional Specialists Paralegals Staff NP Life Pro Bono Diversity Training & Development NALP Forms	Paralegals Paralegals are a vital part of the Nixon Peabody team. Their in-depth knowledge and support enable the firm to offer clients legal services of the highest caliber. We therefore strive to recruit individuals with strong educational and professional experience and provide them with exceptional career development opportunities. The program's structure accommodates individuals of various experience and skill levels with positions ranging from entry-level to advanced. Nixon Peabody has designed its program to ensure that all paralegals will be personally and professionally challenged throughout their careers. The firm also provides them with regular performance feedback and comprehensive annual evaluations—essential tools for those eager to develop their professional skills and broaden their experience. Through mentoring and training support, the firm helps paralegals advance their knowledge and skills while pursuing career paths in their desired disciplines. Our Paralegal Council also provides support by meeting regularly and working to enhance the professional experience of paralegals throughout the firm. Paralegals at Nixon Peabody enjoy an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical and dental plans, 401(k) plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid vacation, dependent care assistance, and tuition reimbursement. If you are thinking about joining our paralegal team, please forward your resume and a cover letter to: Frances K. Leppard fleppard@nixonpeabody.com Nixon Peabody LLP 437 Madison Avenue New York, NY 10022 Current Opportunities New York City Office Positions Corporate/Business Paralegal Location New York, NY Nixon Peabody LLP has an immediate opening for a highly motivated, experienced corporate/business paralegal in our New York City office. The successful candidate must have experience in incorporation procedures and corporate maintenance; assisting in business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, and in securities offerings and compliance. Responsibilities include: drafting of corporate documentation; corporate maintenance and compliance; assistance with private placements, venture capital, and public offerings; preparation of SEC and state blue sky filings; document retrieval, business research, and corporate document filing; UCC searches, preparation and filings; assistance with due diligence; transactional closing activities and post-closing follow-up. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of four years’ relevant experience. Four-year college degree and paralegal certificate or appropriate job-related experience in corporate; strong computer skills including PC, Internet and database; strong organizational and management skills, strong communication skills, both oral and written; and ability to work well under pressure. EOE. Contact Tracy S. Wolf twolf@nixonpeabody.com Fax: 866-620-1150 Nixon Peabody LLP 1100 Clinton Square Rochester, NY 14604
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