Paralegal

Western Veterinary Partners (WVP) is a people-centric veterinary support organization that acquires, invests in, and supports veterinary practices and animal hospitals throughout the United States. Post-acquisition, WVP supports its partner practices in achieving our collective goals to recruit and retain doctors, staff, and serve the clients in the communities we operate.

WVP is backed by Tyree & D'Angelo Partners (TDP), a Chicago-based private equity investment firm that makes control ownership investments in, and partners with, lower middle market businesses with the goal of creating meaningful value for all involved.

Headquartered in Denver, CO, we are driven by our values of integrity, collaboration, alignment, growth, support, and relationships. We are currently seeking a Transaction Paralegal. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, the Transaction Paralegal will assist in all aspects of the business acquisition process from start to finish and assist in all legal operation activities. We are seeking candidates with impeccable attention to detail that can work in a fast-paced, high growth environment.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Legal Services

• Participate in all aspects of the business acquisition process from start to finish
• Maintain a wide variety of confidential information, files, and records
• Track relevant information for transactional process ensuring that all legal requirements are being met including licensing, zoning, qualification and similar
• Prepare and file applications and registrations with governmental authorities
• Manage deal checklists to ensure all transactional requirements and coordination elements are completed in a timely manner
• Prepare closing books and status reports as assigned
• Review contracts and transactions to determine requirements; review state law and local requirements relating to the operation of business
• Work with inside (and outside legal counsel) in completing legal tasks as assigned which may include preparing forms and contracts for review, tracking and reviewing due diligence, oredering and reviewing lien and litigation searches, assembling schedules, coordinating closing related items and gatekeeping and managing certain processes and procedures within the legal department
• Coordinate with finance, HR and operations to coordinate licensing, insurance and other local legal requirements are satisfied in connection with each transaction
• Train and support employees on legal systems and programs taking lead where asked in ensuring company compliance
• Assist in the research and preparation of managerial reports, transactional summaries and legal summaries for routine and exceptional legal matters
• Support corporate governance matters
• Coordinate all aspects of real estate transactions
• Serve as a resource of the Chief Legal Officer in all matters impacting the company

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain current knowledge and understanding of regulations, industry trends, and best practices related to your position.
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• 4+ years of prior corporate and transactional experience (either law firm or corporation) preferably in a high growth environment
• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree. Business-related or paralegal field preferred
• Paralegal certificate preferred

Expertise & Experience:

• Demonstrated understanding of transactional process and record keeping responsibilities
• Knowledge of contract law principles, M&A transactions and real estate transactions
• Prior experience reading and redlining contracts, preparing basic contracts for review, and attending to all facets of the transactional process
• Proficient with MS Office, including Excel, Word & Outlook
• Proficient in Adobe Acrobat, DocuSign and similar enterprise solutions
• Experience driving projects from conception to completion

Competencies:

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills. Must be capable of managing multiple priorities at any given time and manage multiple assignments concurrently, pivot when needed, and operate in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written English language skills. Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with a diverse range of people and job functions internal and external to the company
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships based on mutual trust, respect, and cooperation with co-workers, outside service providers and other vendors
• Unshakeable levels of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality
• Team player who is willing to go above and beyond to help others
• Self-motivated, proactive, and resourceful
• Proficiency in legal research tools, drafting software and similar
• React quickly and adapt to changes in priorities, circumstances, and direction
• Works effectively with minimal supervision

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. The salary range for this position is $70,000-120,000 annually. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. Your recruiter can provide more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the application process. WVP provides eligible employees with paid leave in accordance with the requirements of applicable laws.

WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

*This role is not open to receiving agency candidates and any contingent submissions will not be honored.