Legal Associate

Founded in 2005, Mickelson & Company is a tax-motivated capital advisory firm with a team of 17 professionals based in Sioux Falls, SD. We specialize in the monetization of federal and state tax credits for the railroad and renewable energy industries. We are experiencing exciting growth opportunities. Position: Legal Associate - Renewables Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota Responsibilities: Coordinate closing of financial transactions (tax credit assignments) Ensure the timely completion of the required documentation package Coordinate communication between clients and counter-parties and their advisers Set up shared due diligence site and gather documents from relevant parties Draft documents as required based upon form templates Be technically proficient in legal and diligence matters, including tax requirements Read contracts and develop list of outstanding items Create progress reports on diligence status Work with renewables team of analysts, associate, director, vice-president Other duties as assigned Required skills: Bachelor's degree Minimum of 5 years relevant experience, preferably in such fields as transactional lawyer Proficiency in software (e.g. Word, Excel, Adobe, DocuSign, Salesforce) Read and understand legal documents, statutes, administrative rules Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Work effectively in a team-oriented environment Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills Pleasant persistence and tenacity Reports to: Vice President - Renewables, works closely with other team members