Qualified candidates, please send your cover letter and resume to resume@darroweverett.com.
Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Real Estate Paralegal with immediate availability. The candidate must have excellent drafting skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation. This position is heavily focused on providing commercial leasing support for an extremely wide range of lease types.
The Real Estate Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing support services including document preparation and review for commercial real estate closings, diligence and leasing. This position may be considered for fully remote employees as well as those looking for a hybrid or in-office schedule.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Expert skills in drafting and abstracting a variety of leases, including initial drafts of office leases, ground leases and retail leases using existing forms.
- Exceptional attention to detail and thoroughness performing diligence on real estate and financing transactions.
- Reviewing surveys, title commitments and exception documents.
- Preparing documents relating to a variety of real estate, loan and construction matters, based on consultation with business clients and review by attorneys, including but not limited to agreements, loan documents, and standard construction contracts.
- Preparing ancillary real estate transaction documents such as escrow instructions, deeds, easements, owner’s affidavits, closing certificates, entitlements, settlement statements, etc.
- Providing general assistance in real estate, lending, construction, and leasing transactions.
- Proofreading legal documents to ensure accuracy and consistency.
- Analyzing and summarizing documents, zoning ordinances and statutes for review by attorneys.
- Working closely with attorneys to resolve a variety of day-to-day issues and supporting a broad range of commercial transactions and projects.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Minimum of 10+ years experience as a Commercial Real Estate paralegal in a large firm environment.
- Strong drafting abilities is a must.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:
- Degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
- Relevant experience required.
Corporate Associate Attorney
General Summary
In an effort to expand its footprint in the Boston market, DarrowEverett LLP is looking for an experienced, Corporate Associate Attorney with immediate availability. Candidate(s) should have a strong acumen for leadership and a desire to be an integral part of a growing office. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, and its clients in ways that enhance its reputation.
Qualified candidates must have a passion for success. Strong record of academic achievement, proven research and writing skills and a talent for handling matters professionally are minimum requirements. Attorneys must be licensed to practice in Massachusetts and be a member of the bar in good standing.
Role & Responsibilities
- 3-8 years of continuous, specific, and verifiable corporate experience
- Ability to review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts, including equity and asset purchase agreements, shareholder, partnership and operating agreements, loan agreements, license agreements, financing agreements, service agreements, non-disclosure agreements and restrictive covenant agreements
- Research legal issues relating to a wide variety of business transactional issues and provide analysis within the client’s budget and time constraints
- Assist in due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and dispositions
- Manage high client volume and workload responsibility
- Provide advice to clients regarding contract terms and legal implications of business operations and transactions
- Assisting in the development of strategies to manage risk exposure and prevent legal problems from occurring
Qualifications:
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of the laws and rules, as well as state and federal court procedures, forms, deadlines, filing requirements and portals
- Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical arguments
- Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis
- A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion
- Organization and time management skills
Compensation:
- Salary commensurate with skills
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401K with employee match contributions
- Generous holiday and vacation schedules
Intellectual Property Attorney
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for an IP Patent Associate Attorney with immediate availability. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Conduct patent and trademark clearance searches and provide risk assessments and strategic advice.
- Prepare and prosecute U.S. and international patent and trademark applications.
- Represent clients in trademark opposition and cancellation proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board.
- Manage trademark portfolios and coordinate with counsel.
- Advise on copyright registration, enforcement, and licensing strategies.
- Draft and negotiate IP-related agreements, including licenses, assignments, and NDAs.
- Support IP due diligence in mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
- Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups on matters involving IP rights.
Qualifications:
- J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 8+ years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department with a focus on intellectual property.
- Demonstrated experience in patent and trademark prosecution, TTAB proceedings, and copyright matters.
- Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with minimal supervision.
- USPTO registration is preferred for candidates handling patent prosecution.
- Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis.
- A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion.
Physical Criteria:
- Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours a day
- Ability to hear and respond to conversations professionally
- Ability to use a mouse, keyboard
- Ability to handle varying stress levels (low, moderate, high, very high) and maintain professional composure.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Trusts & Estates Attorney
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Trust & Estates Attorney for our Boston or Providence offices with immediate availability. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Provide legal guidance and advice to clients on estate planning, business formation, special needs planning, high net worth estate planning, and related areas of law.
- Draft legal documents, including trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and other estate planning and business succession documents.
- Drafting sophisticated estate and tax planning documents, such as SLATs, IDGTs, charitable remainder and lead trusts, and decanting instruments.
- Representing personal representatives and trusts before probate and family courts, on a variety of estate, trust and guardianship matters.
- Assist clients in creating and implementing strategies to protect and preserve assets.
- Comply with all client and firm standard operating procedures.
- Legal and tax research.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and J.D. Degree
- Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience in trust and estate matters, business formation, and related areas of law, including high net worth estate planning.
- The ideal candidate will have experience working directly with high-net-worth clients on estate preservation and planning strategies, including preparing revocable and irrevocable trusts for asset protection and tax strategies, and managing reorganization of asset ownership.
- Handling surrogate court proceedings.
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical arguments.
- Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis.
- An active license as an attorney in Massachusetts - Active licenses in Florida and Rhode Island a plus.
- A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion.
- Organization and time management skills.
Physical Criteria:
- Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours a day
- Ability to hear and respond to conversations professionally
- Ability to use a mouse, keyboard
- Ability to handle varying stress levels (low, moderate, high, very high) and maintain professional composure.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Commercial Lending & Finance Attorney
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Commercial Lending & Finance Attorney with excellent communication and administrative skills, who is highly organized and detail-oriented, is able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.
Role & Responsibilities
- Representing banks or private/public lenders & fixed income first or second lien commercial real estate transactions
- Conducting other commercial real estate issues such as the evaluation, transfer, or drafting of commercial leases and/or drafting deeds of trust
- Experience in other commercial real estate transactions or investment, corporate, and / or M&A transactions
- Representing lenders and borrowers in financial transactions, with a principal focus on commercial real estate credit secured by mortgages or deeds of trust
- Utilizing industry solutions to CRE finance transactions, including structuring, negotiating, and closing transactions
- Using best practices for drafting and perfecting security interests, including reviewing title insurance policies and drafting title objection letters, commercial or multifamily real estate, tenant improvements or equipment, or cash flow coverage
- Oversee real estate secured finance solution, workout & restructurings
- Effectively organize and maintain client files
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and J.D. Degree
- 15+ years of continuous, specific, and verifiable commercial lending & finance
- Extensive experience in structuring, negotiating, and documenting commercial real estate transactions
- In-depth knowledge of commercial real estate finance
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of the laws and rules, as well as state and federal court procedures, forms, deadlines, filing requirements and portals
- Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical arguments.
- Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis
- Licensed to practice law and in good standing in at least one of the following states: MA, RI, NY, SC, NC, or FL
- A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion
- Organization and time management skills
Commercial Real Estate Associate
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Commercial Real Estate Associate with immediate availability. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.
Role & Responsibilities
- 2-5 years of continuous, specific, and verifiable real estate experience in a large (50+) attorney law firm
- Strong drafting skills are essential. In-depth experience drafting a variety of leases, from both a landlord’s and tenant’s perspective, as well as property acquisition and sale documents, and ancillary agreements, is required.
- Conduct due diligence reviews, including title, survey, zoning, environmental, lease reviews, etc.
- Prepare closing documents, including estoppels, deeds, SNDAs, FIRPTA certificates, bringdown certificates and the like.
- Review commercial real estate documents and provide feedback.
- Draft easements, ECCRs, restrictive covenants and other similar-type documents encumbering title.
- Analyze and monitor deadlines, including the preparation of critical dates schedules, and strictly monitor and calendar all relevant deadlines.
- Monitor contingencies, review, and prepare title objections, survey and environmental reviews, closing documents and wire transfers.
- Review title policies and ALTA surveys for conformance.
- Conduct closings, including review and advise clients on settlement statements, and complete post-closing documentation and administration.
- Draft correspondence on behalf of landlords to commercial tenants’ management and counsel relating to claims, defenses, and other disputes arising under lease agreements.
- Provide aid to senior level attorneys, senior paralegals and staff members, review and preparation of documents, reports and correspondence.
- Effectively organize and maintain client files.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and J.D. Degree
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of the laws and rules, as well as state and federal court procedures, forms, deadlines, filing requirements and portals
- Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical arguments.
- Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis.
- Licensed to practice law and in good standing in at least one of the following states: MA, RI, NY, NC, SC, or FL
- A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion.
- Organization and time management skills.
Corporate Paralegal
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Corporate Paralegal with immediate availability. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
- Maintaining and filing corporate records, including resolutions, board of director changes, annual reports, etc.
- Coordinating and receiving board and committee signatures for documents and materials.
- Creating documents related to new corporate entity formations.
- Maintaining the intellectual property portfolio.
- Producing documents related to the development and implementation of corporate policies and templates.
- Providing contract support for standard corporate agreements, such as non-disclosure, marketing, and independent contractor agreements.
- Providing administrative support for documents and activities related to corporate restructurings, such as mergers, formations, and dissolutions.
- Working with other members of the legal team on special projects and initiatives.
- Overseeing the contract process, including planning, collaboration, negotiation, and execution.
- Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field required; bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred; Paralegal certificate preferred.
- 4-7 years of corporate paralegal experience required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Family Law Associate Attorney
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Family Law Associate Attorney for our Litigation Department. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.
Qualified candidates must be prepared to handle cases from inception through trial, including drafting discovery pleadings and motions, and taking and defending depositions. DarrowEverett attorneys pride themselves on their winning record and seek only to recruit those candidates who share a passion for success. Strong record of academic achievement, proven writing skills and a talent for advocacy in the courtroom are minimum requirements. Attorneys must be licensed to practice in Rhode Island and in good standing.
Role & Responsibilities
- Overseeing and managing the legal issues that transpire between people that are members of the same family.
- Supervising and directing mediation sessions and offering effective legal advice.
- Organizing and recording all official documents required to file cases.
- Coordinating with staff to prepare an extensive brief on each case that goes to trial.
- Upholding a steady schedule of hearings, court appearances, and conferences.
- Responding to the urgent needs of clients.
- Overseeing family estates and wills.
- Attending trials and court proceedings.
- Regularly updating clients about their cases.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and J.D. Degree
- 3-5+ Years Experience
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of the laws and rules, as well as state and federal court procedures
- Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis.
- Licensed to practice in Rhode Island and in good standing.
- Licensed in Massachusetts a Plus.
- A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion.
- Organization and time management skills.
Family Law & Litigation Paralegal
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Family Law & Litigation Paralegal with immediate availability. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.
Role & Responsibilities
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Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
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Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
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Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
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Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
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Prepare and manage financial disclosures, child support calculations, and asset/debt division documents.
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Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
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Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
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Provide compassionate client support while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
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Associate degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience (bachelor’s degree a plus)
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Minimum 2-5 years of experience in family law a plus
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Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal family law procedures and court rules
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Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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High attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively
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Experience with case management software (e.g., Clio) is a plus
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Legal Administrative Assistant
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Legal Administrative Assistant to support our Litigation Practice. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.
Legal Administrative Assistant handles both traditional secretarial tasks and as well as tasks specific to the legal field. On an average day, this role will range from answering phones and sending emails, managing projects, to preparing subpoenas, motions, and other legal documents.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Drafting legal documents including, but not limited, routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories, subpoenas, and summonses.
- Coordinate appointments, including all correspondence and logistics necessary.
- Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
- Manage legal documentation and correspondence in strict confidence.
- Transcribe and proofread legal documents.
- Accurately file documents with the court ahead of deadlines.
- File, organize, scan, copy and fax legal documents in an organized and timely manner.
- Answer phone calls, take notes/messages and redirect calls when appropriate.
- Schedule court depositions, hearings, and other meetings.
- Facilitate administrative projects, meeting of deadlines, and provide timely reminders.
- Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications for Legal Administrative Assistant
- 2+ years' experience as a paraprofessional
- Familiarity with legal documents and terminology
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
- Able to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines
- Able to work as a team with attorneys and other colleagues
- Demonstrate a courteous and professional demeanor
- Superior written and oral communication skills
- Familiarity with electronic court filing.
Legal Billing Clerk
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Legal Billing Clerk. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage extensive internal communications related to time entries and the billing of them, ensuring timely and accurate follow-up.
- Prepare and process Work-In-Progress (WIP), pre-bills and final bills to ensure accurate, consistent, and timely invoicing in accordance with client specifications.
- Edit attorney bills, addressing both requested changes and general grammatical or spelling corrections.
- Review and reconcile account balances in Work-In-Progress (WIP) and in Accounts Receivable (AR) as needed.
- Assist clients with billing inquiries, including providing copies of invoices, billing histories, trust ledgers, etc.
- Monitor and track turnaround times for the billing cycle.
- Assist with attorney time entry.
- Understand and apply client and matter procedures; while not always responsible for opening matters, the role includes auditing processes to identify potential billing issues.
- Provide weekly and monthly reports to management regarding updates on new matters and billings.
- Enter billing data into client-specific online portals, following provided guidelines. provided by client.
- Collaborate with billing team, sharing responsibilities and maintaining an organized workflow.
Qualifications for Legal Administrative Assistant
- High school diploma or equivalent is required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Legal billing background desired, though not mandatory.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and billing software programs; experience with Clio a plus.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Highly organized with the ability to proactively manage workload and follow through independently.
- Team-oriented with a collaborative approach to achieving goals.
Litigation Associate Attorney
General Summary
In order to expand its current footprint in the Providence/Southcoast market, DarrowEverett LLP is looking to hire an Associate Attorney for our Litigation Department with immediate availability. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm and its clients in ways that enhance its reputation. Candidates should desire to work in a collegial environment and grow their practice.
Qualified candidates must be prepared to handle cases from inception through trial, including drafting discovery pleadings and motions, and taking and defending depositions. DarrowEverett attorneys pride themselves on their winning record and seek only to recruit those candidates who share a passion for success. A strong record of academic achievement, proven research and writing skills, and a talent for advocacy in the courtroom are minimum requirements. Attorneys must be licensed to practice in Rhode Island and/or Massachusetts and be a member of the bar in good standing.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Minimum 1-3 years of litigation experience in state and federal courts
- Able to participate in all aspects of the firm's professional activities, including client intake, trial preparation, etc.
- Ability to handle litigation matters from inception through trial with minimal supervision
- Experience with drafting complex pleadings, motions, as well as arguing discovery and dispositive motions. Formulate and develop case strategy, advise clients on risk mitigation and pre-suit resolution options
- Conducts research, interviews clients, and witnesses and handles other details for comprehensive case management
- Mediation and AAA and other arbitration experience is preferable
- Perform complex legal research; experience with Westlaw and other legal research tools is required
Qualifications:
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of the laws and rules, as well as state and federal court procedures
- Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis
- A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion
- Organization and time management skills
Compensation:
- Salary commensurate with skills
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401K with employee match contributions
- Generous holiday and vacation schedules
DarrowEverett LLP is an ever-growing successful middle-market firm with offices in Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, New York, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. DarrowEverett supports its attorneys and fosters a collegial work environment. All applicants considered. DarrowEverett prides itself on its diverse and successful workforce.
Litigation Paralegal
General Summary
As a result of continuous growth, DarrowEverett is looking for a Litigation Paralegal to work out of our Providence office. The Litigation Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, and fact checking; and trial preparation.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
- Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
- Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
- Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
- Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
- Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
- Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:
- 5-8 years of continuous experience as Litigation Paralegal.
- Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field not required but encouraged.
- Some related experience preferred.
Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Mergers & Acquisitions Corporate Associate with immediate availability. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, should be a highly skilled writer, highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.
Role & Responsibilities
- 2-5 years of continuous, specific, and verifiable Mergers & Acquisitions experience
- Experience in joint ventures and capital raises with a preference if such experience is within the commercial real estate industry
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating merger agreements, stock purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, letters of intent and related agreements
- Ensuring all appropriate internal stakeholders and functional partners are engaged in reviewing and mitigating transaction risks, and that all transactions are executed in accordance with all applicable procedures and policies.
- Providing regular reports on deal status - including regulatory approvals, key issues, and external legal expense.
- Ability to advise emerging and growth companies with corporate formations, corporate governance matters, capital raising and restructurings
- Aid sellers, management teams, and buyers in mergers and acquisitions and complex transactions by drafting transaction documents, communicating with interested parties, and coordinating organized closings
- Conducting due diligence reviews
- Review, revise, and negotiate multiple commercial contracts
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and J.D. Degree
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of the laws and rules, as well as state and federal court procedures, forms, deadlines, filing requirements and portals
- Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical arguments.
- Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis.
- Licensed to practice and in good standing in the state of Rhode Island is a must.
- Must be in the Providence, RI area or willing to commute to Providence office.
- A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion.
- Organization and time management skills.
Commercial Lending & Finance Attorney
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Commercial Lending & Finance Attorney with excellent communication and administrative skills, who is highly organized and detail-oriented, is able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.
The salary range for this role is $185,000 to $220,000.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Representing banks or private/public lenders & fixed income first or second lien commercial real estate transactions
- Conducting other commercial real estate issues such as the evaluation, transfer, or drafting of commercial leases and/or drafting deeds of trust
- Experience in other commercial real estate transactions or investment, corporate, and / or M&A transactions
- Representing lenders and borrowers in financial transactions, with a principal focus on commercial real estate credit secured by mortgages or deeds of trust
- Utilizing industry solutions to CRE finance transactions, including structuring, negotiating, and closing transactions
- Using best practices for drafting and perfecting security interests, including reviewing title insurance policies and drafting title objection letters, commercial or multifamily real estate, tenant improvements or equipment, or cash flow coverage
- Oversee real estate secured finance solution, workout & restructurings
- Effectively organize and maintain client files
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and J.D. Degree
- 15+ years of continuous, specific, and verifiable commercial lending & finance
- Extensive experience in structuring, negotiating, and documenting commercial real estate transactions
- In-depth knowledge of commercial real estate finance
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of the laws and rules, as well as state and federal court procedures, forms, deadlines, filing requirements and portals
- Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical arguments.
- Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis
- Licensed to practice law and in good standing in at least one of the following states: MA, RI, NY, SC, NC, or FL
- A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion
- Organization and time management skills
Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Real Estate Paralegal with immediate availability. The candidate must have excellent drafting skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation. This position is heavily focused on providing commercial leasing support for an extremely wide range of lease types.
The Real Estate Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing support services including document preparation and review for commercial real estate closings, diligence and leasing. This position may be considered for fully remote employees as well as those looking for a hybrid or in-office schedule.
The salary range for this position is $90,000-$110,000.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Expert skills in drafting and abstracting a variety of leases, including initial drafts of office leases, ground leases and retail leases using existing forms.
- Exceptional attention to detail and thoroughness performing diligence on real estate and financing transactions.
- Reviewing surveys, title commitments and exception documents.
- Preparing documents relating to a variety of real estate, loan and construction matters, based on consultation with business clients and review by attorneys, including but not limited to agreements, loan documents, and standard construction contracts.
- Preparing ancillary real estate transaction documents such as escrow instructions, deeds, easements, owner’s affidavits, closing certificates, entitlements, settlement statements, etc.
- Providing general assistance in real estate, lending, construction, and leasing transactions.
- Proofreading legal documents to ensure accuracy and consistency.
- Analyzing and summarizing documents, zoning ordinances and statutes for review by attorneys.
- Working closely with attorneys to resolve a variety of day-to-day issues and supporting a broad range of commercial transactions and projects.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Minimum of 10+ years experience as a Commercial Real Estate paralegal in a large firm environment.
- Strong drafting abilities is a must.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:
- Degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
- Relevant experience required.
Corporate Associate Attorney
General Summary
In an effort to expand its footprint in the New York market, DarrowEverett LLP is looking for an experienced, Corporate Associate Attorney with immediate availability. Candidate(s) should have a strong acumen for leadership and a desire to be an integral part of a growing office. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, and its clients in ways that enhance its reputation.
Qualified candidates must have a passion for success. Strong record of academic achievement, proven research and writing skills and a talent for handling matters professionally are minimum requirements. Attorneys must be licensed to practice in New York and be a member of the bar in good standing.
The salary range for this role is $135,000 to $185,000.
Role & Responsibilities
- 3-8 years of continuous, specific, and verifiable corporate experience
- Ability to review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts, including equity and asset purchase agreements, shareholder, partnership and operating agreements, loan agreements, license agreements, financing agreements, service agreements, non-disclosure agreements and restrictive covenant agreements
- Research legal issues relating to a wide variety of business transactional issues and provide analysis within the client’s budget and time constraints
- Assist in due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and dispositions
- Manage high client volume and workload responsibility
- Provide advice to clients regarding contract terms and legal implications of business operations and transactions
- Assisting in the development of strategies to manage risk exposure and prevent legal problems from occurring
Qualifications:
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of the laws and rules, as well as state and federal court procedures, forms, deadlines, filing requirements and portals
- Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical arguments
- Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis
- A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion
- Organization and time management skills
Compensation:
- Salary commensurate with skills
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401K with employee match contributions
- Generous holiday and vacation schedules
Legal Administrative Assistant
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Legal Administrative Assistant to support our Litigation Practice. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.
The Legal Administrative Assistant handles both traditional secretarial tasks and as well as tasks specific to the legal field. On an average day, this role will range from answering phones and sending emails, managing projects, to preparing subpoenas, motions, and other legal documents.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Drafting legal documents, including, but not limited to, routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, interrogatories, subpoenas, and summonses.
- Coordinate appointments, including all correspondence and logistics necessary
- Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
- Manage legal documentation and correspondence in strict confidence.
- Transcribe and proofread legal documents
- Accurately file documents with the court ahead of deadlines
- File, organize, scan, copy, and fax legal documents in an organized and timely manner
- Answer phone calls, take notes/messages, and redirect calls when appropriate
- Schedule court depositions, hearings, and other meetings
- Facilitate administrative projects, meet deadlines, and provide timely reminders.
- Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications for Legal Administrative Assistant
- 2+ years' experience as a paraprofessional
- Familiarity with legal documents and terminology
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
- Able to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines
- Able to work as a team with attorneys and other colleagues
- Demonstrate a courteous and professional demeanor
- Superior written and oral communication skills
- Familiarity with electronic court filing
Corporate Associate Attorney
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Corporate Associate Attorney with immediate availability. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that its enhance reputation.
Role & Responsibilities
- 3-8 years of continuous, specific, and verifiable corporate experience
- Ability to review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts, including equity and asset purchase agreements, shareholder, partnership and operating agreements, loan agreements, license agreements, financing agreements, service agreements, non-disclosure agreements and restrictive covenant agreements.
- Research legal issues relating to a wide variety of business transactional issues and provide analysis within the client’s budget and time constraints.
- Assist in due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and dispositions.
- Manage high client volume and workload responsibility.
- Provide advice to clients regarding contract terms and legal implications of business operations and transactions.
- Assisting in the development of strategies to manage risk exposure and prevent legal problems from occurring
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree and J.D. Degree
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Strong oral and written communication skills
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Knowledge of the laws and rules, as well as state and federal court procedures, forms, deadlines, filing requirements and portals
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Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical arguments.
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Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis.
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An active license as an attorney in the state of “x”
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A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion.
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Organization and time management skills.
Physical Criteria:
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Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours a day
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Ability to hear and respond to conversations professionally
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Ability to use a mouse, keyboard
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Ability to handle varying stress levels (low, moderate, high, very high) and maintain professional composure.
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Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Commercial Lending & Finance Attorney
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Commercial Lending & Finance Attorney with excellent communication and administrative skills, who is highly organized and detail-oriented, is able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.
Role & Responsibilities
- Representing banks or private/public lenders & fixed income first or second lien commercial real estate transactions
- Conducting other commercial real estate issues such as the evaluation, transfer, or drafting of commercial leases and/or drafting deeds of trust
- Experience in other commercial real estate transactions or investment, corporate, and / or M&A transactions
- Representing lenders and borrowers in financial transactions, with a principal focus on commercial real estate credit secured by mortgages or deeds of trust
- Utilizing industry solutions to CRE finance transactions, including structuring, negotiating, and closing transactions
- Using best practices for drafting and perfecting security interests, including reviewing title insurance policies and drafting title objection letters, commercial or multifamily real estate, tenant improvements or equipment, or cash flow coverage
- Oversee real estate secured finance solution, workout & restructurings
- Effectively organize and maintain client files
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and J.D. Degree
- 15+ years of continuous, specific, and verifiable commercial lending & finance
- Extensive experience in structuring, negotiating, and documenting commercial real estate transactions
- In-depth knowledge of commercial real estate finance
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of the laws and rules, as well as state and federal court procedures, forms, deadlines, filing requirements and portals
- Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical arguments.
- Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis
- Licensed to practice law and in good standing in at least one of the following states: MA, RI, NY, SC, NC, or FL
- A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion
- Organization and time management skills
Trust & Estates Attorney
General Summary
DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Trust & Estate’s Attorney with immediate availability. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.
Role & Responsibilities
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Provide legal guidance and advice to clients on estate planning, business formation, special needs planning, and related areas of law, including high net worth estate planning.
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Draft legal documents, including trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and other estate planning and business succession documents.
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Drafting sophisticated estate and tax planning documents, such as SLATs, IDGTs, charitable remainder and lead trusts, and decanting instruments
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Assist clients in creating and implementing strategies to protect and preserve assets.
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Comply with all client and firm standard operating procedures.
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Legal and tax research.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree and J.D. Degree
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Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 10+ years’ experience in trust and estate matters, business formation and related areas of law, including high net worth estate planning.
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The ideal candidate will have experience working directly with high-net-worth clients on estate preservation and planning strategies, including preparing revocable and irrevocable trusts for asset protection and tax strategies and managing reorganization of asset ownership.
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Have an existing referral base generating $200k + revenue.
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Handling surrogate court proceedings.
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Strong oral and written communication skills.
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Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical arguments.
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Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis.
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An active license as an attorney in states that the firm operates in
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A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion.
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Organization and time management skills.
Physical Criteria:
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Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours a day
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Ability to hear and respond to conversations professionally
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Ability to use a mouse, keyboard
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Ability to handle varying stress levels (low, moderate, high, very high) and maintain professional composure.
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Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Corporate Associate Attorney
General Summary
In an effort to expand its footprint in the South Florida market, DarrowEverett LLP is looking for an experienced, Corporate Associate Attorney with immediate availability to work out of our Boca Raton office. Candidate(s) should have a strong acumen for leadership and a desire to be an integral part of a growing office. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, and its clients in ways that enhance its reputation.
Qualified candidates must have a passion for success. Strong record of academic achievement, proven research and writing skills and a talent for handling matters professionally are minimum requirements. Attorneys must be licensed to practice in Florida and be a member of the bar in good standing.
Role & Responsibilities
- 3-8 years of continuous, specific, and verifiable corporate experience
- Ability to review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts, including equity and asset purchase agreements, shareholder, partnership and operating agreements, loan agreements, license agreements, financing agreements, service agreements, non-disclosure agreements and restrictive covenant agreements
- Research legal issues relating to a wide variety of business transactional issues and provide analysis within the client’s budget and time constraints
- Assist in due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and dispositions
- Manage high client volume and workload responsibility
- Provide advice to clients regarding contract terms and legal implications of business operations and transactions
- Assisting in the development of strategies to manage risk exposure and prevent legal problems from occurring
Qualifications:
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of the laws and rules, as well as state and federal court procedures, forms, deadlines, filing requirements and portals
- Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical arguments
- Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis
- A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion
- Organization and time management skills
Compensation:
- Salary commensurate with skills
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401K with employee match contributions
- Generous holiday and vacation schedules
Corporate Associate Attorney
General Summary
In an effort to expand its footprint in the Miami market, DarrowEverett LLP is looking for an experienced, Corporate Associate Attorney with immediate availability. Candidate(s) should have a strong acumen for leadership and a desire to be an integral part of a growing office. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, and its clients in ways that enhance its reputation.
Qualified candidates must have a passion for success. Strong record of academic achievement, proven research and writing skills and a talent for handling matters professionally are minimum requirements. Attorneys must be licensed to practice in Florida and be a member of the bar in good standing.
Role & Responsibilities
- 3-8 years of continuous, specific, and verifiable corporate experience
- Ability to review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts, including equity and asset purchase agreements, shareholder, partnership and operating agreements, loan agreements, license agreements, financing agreements, service agreements, non-disclosure agreements and restrictive covenant agreements
- Research legal issues relating to a wide variety of business transactional issues and provide analysis within the client’s budget and time constraints
- Assist in due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and dispositions
- Manage high client volume and workload responsibility
- Provide advice to clients regarding contract terms and legal implications of business operations and transactions
- Assisting in the development of strategies to manage risk exposure and prevent legal problems from occurring
Qualifications:
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of the laws and rules, as well as state and federal court procedures, forms, deadlines, filing requirements and portals
- Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical arguments
- Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis
- A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion
- Organization and time management skills
Compensation:
- Salary commensurate with skills
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401K with employee match contributions
- Generous holiday and vacation schedules