Paralegal

This position is available as a hybrid work schedule in Seattle.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to work closely with attorneys on private companies in our dynamic Corporate Department. The paralegal will be an important part of our team in handling formations, compliance and corporate governance, and financings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare corporate documents, such as charter documents and board and shareholder actions
• Process stock and option administration, including drafting agreements and preparing reports
• Manage capitalization processes and records in equity management platforms, including Rule 701 analysis
• Conduct research to prepare and manage corporate and securities filings
• Prepare and assist with EDGAR code applications and accounts
• Communicate with clients, holders, directors, investors, and auditors
• Handle due diligence and closing processes
• Compile and distribute closing documents and closing volume
• Assist with annual compliance matters
• Provide support for franchise taxes and notices to clients
• Handle daily corporate maintenance work
• Organize client records and maintain files
• Input time entry daily

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate at accredited college or university
• 3+ years of corporate paralegal experience at a law firm
• Strong working knowledge of corporate tasks for private companies
• Understanding of corporate governance matters and transactional work
• Experience with securities and corporate laws
• Experience in capitalization management platforms such as Carta, Pulley, and Shareworks
• Proficient with Excel spreadsheets

Skills

• Detail-oriented and organized, with excellent analytical skills
• Excellent communication and prioritization skills to manage projects simultaneously under deadline pressure

Pay

The actual base pay offered will depend upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, professional certifications and licenses, and work location. The anticipated pay range for this position is $32.92 – $44.54 per hour. The compensation for this position may include overtime and a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance.

Benefits

We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package. Benefits information can be found here.