Transaction Clerk, MAPE

Transaction Clerk Opportunity

Orrick has an excellent opportunity for an entry-level Transaction Clerk with its Mergers & Acquisitions and Private Equity practice (MAPE) with an expected start date in early 2026. This position will preferably be in our New York office but will be considered in any of our other US office locations (Austin; Boston; Chicago; Houston; Los Angeles; Menlo Park; Orange County; Portland; Sacramento; Santa Monica; Seattle; Washington DC; or our Global Operations & Innovation Center in Wheeling WV).

Responsibilities

The Transaction Clerk will work side-by-side with attorneys and other legal professionals, performing real-time client work and doing document review to contribute to client success. You will perform a wide array of tasks, including but not limited to :

• Provide general assistance in coordinating transactions from inception to closing
• Use AI-enabled and other legal technology to review and analyze a variety of corporate documents in the context of acquisitions and dispositions
• Support attorneys and other legal professionals in the formation of business entities and help in preparing other corporate legal documents
• Manage schedules and timelines to help ensure a deal is progressing efficiently
• Assist with the organization of documents for transactions and various other administrative tasks relating to the transactions
• Assist with closing preparation and provide general assistance at closing, including preparing closing documents, preparing signature pages, maintaining closing checklist, and indexing and handling closing document files
• Demonstrate effective teamwork, including thoughtful communication with clients and other team members
• Work in coordination with other departments and individuals in the firm
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree required with a strong academic background or a combination of education and work experience. Prior legal experience is useful but not required. Prior office experience or experience with contracts and corporate operations is helpful but not required. Willingness to maintain an intense and flexible work schedule (evenings and weekends may often be required in the context of a client engagement). Strong organizational skills and intense attention to details, with the ability to prioritize and organize multiple tasks in a dynamic working environment. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to become familiar with the procedures, terminology and documents relating to complex transactions. Ability to work in a forward-thinking team environment. Advanced computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong time-management skills. A passionate desire to work in the legal industry is a must!

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position : California Major Markets

How to Apply

To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com / Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.