Legal Assistant – Commercial Loan Transactions

Job Description

Legal Assistant | Cullen and Dykman LLP

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Cullen and Dykman LLP, located in Uniondale, NY. Cullen and Dykman LLP is a full-service law firm that has been serving clients since 1850, committed to delivering high-quality legal services and upholding professional standards. This position is vital to the Commercial Loan Transaction Banking team, ensuring efficient coordination of loan closing activities. The firm fosters a collaborative environment where every team member contributes to its continued success.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Uniondale, NY
• Pay: $50000–$70000 yearly
• Team: Commercial Loan Transaction Banking team
• Mission: This person assists in coordinating commercial loan closing activities and provides critical support to attorneys.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, legal practice management software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Document Organization: Organize and catalogue documents pertinent to transaction closings.
• Document Drafting: Draft supporting loan documents, reports, memoranda, and routine correspondence.
• Record Management: Maintain filing systems, ensuring accessibility, completeness, and accuracy of the database.
• Professional Communication: Communicate professionally with clients, financial institutions, title companies, and opposing counsel.
• Billing Support: Enter billing information, maintain time records, and assist with invoicing as needed.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Candidates should possess a strong academic background.
• Experience: 2+ years of relevant work experience.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel; excellent written and verbal communication skills; conscientious, organized, detail-oriented, and a team player; ability to work independently and multi-task.
• Bonus: A four-year college degree is preferred; familiarity with UCC filings is preferred.