Public Finance Paralegal

Responsibilities: Support public finance and municipal securities transactions from structuring through closing and post-closing. Coordinate transaction timelines, due diligence, document collection, checklists, and closing requirements. Prepare, organize, and proofread transaction documents, including offering and disclosure documents, financing agreements, resolutions, certificates, and closing materials. Conduct legal and factual research and assist with due diligence. Coordinate signatures, deliverables, closing sets, and post-closing documentation. Maintain accurate matter files, transaction records, databases, and document repositories. Prepare working group lists, signature packets, and other transaction materials. Manage multiple matters and deadlines, communicating proactively with attorneys and other stakeholders. Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency across public finance matters.

Essential Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. 7+ years of paralegal experience, preferably supporting public finance, municipal finance, securities, or corporate transactions. Experience supporting complex transactions, including legal documentation, due diligence, and closings. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and prioritize competing demands. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications: Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program. Experience with public finance, municipal securities, securities laws, or tax-exempt financing. Experience with legal research, transaction management, document management, electronic filing, or closing platforms. Prior experience in a law firm or financial services environment. Who is Orrick? Orrick is a global law firm focused on delivering innovative solutions for four sectors: Technology & Innovation, Energy & Infrastructure, Finance and Life Sciences & HealthTech. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets. We are recognized globally for delivering the highest-quality legal advice and for our culture of innovation and collaboration.

Compensation and Benefits: The expected salary range for this position is between $100,000 - $120,000. Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick’s estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance. We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well-being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits, health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Paid Time Off program and paid holidays. Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI