Paralegal - Corporate

About the role

Our Firm is seeking a paralegal with experience in corporate or other transactional matters for a position in our business group. The employee must be capable of working in a fast‑paced environment with time‑sensitive materials and maintain strict confidentiality due to the nature of the position. Salary ranges from $70,000‑$120,000 dependent on location and experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares organizational documents, including entity formation, entity qualifications, articles of incorporation and dissolution, minute books, stock certificates, stock ledgers, unanimous consents and assignments for filing in various jurisdictions.
• Prepares board consents and stockholder consents, both organizational and transactional.
• Assists with preparation of documents required by regulatory bodies and government agencies, including Form D for the SEC and state filings.
• Completes and files Form SS‑4s to obtain EINs, as well as other tax‑related forms.
• Conducts research to assist attorneys in determining jurisdictions for qualification.
• Prepares and files qualification and withdrawal applications.
• Orders lien searches and summarizes results.
• Prepares and files statutory filings, including amendments, mergers, and dissolutions.
• Calculates Delaware franchise tax (both methods) and franchise tax for other jurisdictions (Illinois, etc.).
• Provides heavy client interaction and support, using discretion to handle matters independently or involving an attorney.
• Formulates solutions to problems which may arise, such as good‑standing issues.
• Interfaces with corporate service providers regarding statutory registered agent services (including changing contact information).
• Develops processes to systematize administrative and organizational aspects of deals.
• Calendars and monitors key dates and deadlines.
• Handles signature page distribution.
• Prepares closing certificates and closing files.
• Orders certified copies and good‑standing certificates.
• Identifies and resolves problems independently.
• Prepares and files UCC statements, amendments and termination statements; reviews collateral description.
• Assists with closings, including tracking down signature pages, filling in dates, tracking down final agreements and providing general support.
• Prepares closing book index, assembles closing books and assists in distribution.
• Handles distribution of original securities (e.g., stock certificates, unit certificates and notes).
• Performs other tasks or responsibilities as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certificate preferred.
• Minimum three years of complex corporate law and transactional paralegal experience, specifically on Mergers & Acquisitions and Private Equity matters.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering quality legal services.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, coordinating multiple projects at once.
• Resourcefulness and flexibility.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Initiative to complete tasks.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined.
• Permanent authorization to work in the United States.

Physical & Work Environment

• Extensive use of a computer and telephone; also printing, copying, faxing, and scanning equipment.
• Occasionally required to sit, stand, talk, see, and hear.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with a diverse group of people.
• May be exposed to weather conditions while traveling; noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Vision and dental insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life insurance
• Additional benefits available upon request