Corporate Transactional Paralegal

We are a sophisticated mid-sized law firm seeking a Corporate Transactional Paralegal to join our Corporate Group in Chicago. This full-time, hybrid role supports attorneys representing clients from entrepreneurial and middle-market companies to large national and global organizations, offering exposure to diverse business, finance, and real estate transactions in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support business, finance, and real estate transactions of all types
• Prepare and manage transaction checklists
• Prepare and file UCC Financing Statements
• Draft and file entity formation and corporate governance documents
• Prepare and file IRS documents
• Organize and maintain corporate entity records and minute books
• Oversee the preparation of electronic closing binders and transaction documentation
• Utilize the firm's docketing system to track matters and deadlines
• Prepare and file Form D and Blue Sky filings
• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, lenders, title companies, and other third parties throughout transactions

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Paralegal Certificate
• 5-7 years of relevant corporate transactional and finance experience (less experience may be considered for otherwise qualified candidates)
• Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, finance transactions, and corporate governance matters
• Experience preparing and filing corporate entity documents and related filings
• Experience preparing and organizing closing documents and binders
• Strong technical proficiency and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional client service
• Ability to work occasional overtime as needed

Schedule

• Hybrid schedule, typically in the office one day per week (more for junior candidates during training)
• 35-hour work week with overtime eligibility
• 1,300 billable hour requirement

Pay

$110,000–$125,000, depending on experience.

Benefits

Robust benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations (eligibility details provided upon hiring).