Legal Assistant

This is a Full Time Job

Boutique music, etc. law firm, Beverly Hills, seeks a qualified candidate to provide administrative support for three (3) Associate attorneys in busy music law practice. In this role, the person will perform a variety of administrative duties, including word processing, handling a heavy volume of phone calls and e-mails, preparing letters and aid drafting for a variety of contracts, and handling corporate compliance matters. Additional responsibilities including providing back-up support for attorneys.

Outline of Specific Functions:

· Basic word processing of standard agreements (including, without limitation, master use licenses, synchronization licenses, appearance releases, basic waivers/clearances) and other music-related agreements, and miscellaneous letters and notices as directed.

· Prepare legal comparisons/summaries between drafts of documents.

· Handle requisite attachments, exhibits and schedules for various agreements.

· Handle e-mail correspondence and execution of agreements.

· Maintain database of executed agreements and status of open matters.

· Handle incoming and outgoing artist/guest artist clearances, exclusivity waivers, festival and live performance clearances.

· Interpret and prepare contract summaries and maintain information databases.

· Maintain corporate compliance documents for client loan-out corporations.

· Handle processing of copyright registrations.

· Compose cease-and-desist letters and issue take-down notices.

· Following up on agreement status with opposing parties.

Requirements:

· Minimum one (1) year of experience in the music industry within the business and legal affairs department at a record label, music publisher, and/or law firm is beneficial.

· Bachelor's degree, Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience preferred. JD degree extremely beneficial.

· Strong writing skills.

· Resourceful self-starter with desire to take initiative.

· Must have superb accuracy, be detail-oriented, and complete tasks in accordance with instructions and possess strong follow-up skills.

· Ability to multi-task, prioritize work, and work in a fast-paced team environment.

· Capable of simultaneously handling large volumes of work/matters in organized manner.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

· Ability to handle confidential information.

· Proficient in MS Word (including typing) and Outlook (Excel is a plus).

· Easy going (but dedicated) with good sense of humor.

Compensation / Benefits:

· Compensation: Commensurate with experience.

· Benefits: Health insurance; 401K