Corporate Paralegal

About the role

The Corporate Paralegal plays a crucial role in supporting attorneys within a dynamic legal environment. This position involves assisting with a variety of corporate legal matters, particularly in venture capital and mergers and acquisitions. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a comprehensive understanding of corporate law. The role requires a proactive approach to managing client interactions and legal documents. Candidates should be prepared to work in a fast-paced setting, contributing to a collaborative team while maintaining attention to detail. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their career in a reputable firm that values professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Support both emerging companies and venture capital practices, as well as mergers and acquisitions
• Act as a liaison with clients and attorneys; respond to client requests for information and coordinate case-related documents
• Prepare closing documentation, including drafting, organizing, proofreading, and assembling documents
• Prepare mergers and acquisitions documents, venture capital financing documents, and general corporate documents
• Prepare applications for state and federal regulators
• Conduct, organize, review, and summarize due diligence documents, including preparation of checklists and tracking receipt of documents
• Prepare closing checklists and track closing-related items, performing post-closing follow-up as needed
• Maintain accurate records of hours worked for accountability and client billing purposes

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of corporate paralegal experience
• Experience specifically in venture capital and mergers & acquisitions
• Strong understanding of corporate law and business transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions, and/or venture capital financings
• Private company experience is required
• Experience with CARTA or Pulley, which are cap table management systems, is essential
• Experience with accounting and tax preparation software such as OneSource/Zane, GEMs, or ProSystem fx is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate is preferred

Pay

$80,000 - $130,000 / Year DOE

Benefits

• 401(k) with immediate eligibility and contributions
• Cigna Medical coverage available from the first day of the month following the start date
• Delta Dental PPO with a deductible of $50 per person each calendar year
• 19 days of accrued vacation and unlimited tracked sick time
• 10 paid holidays