Paralegal - Corporate, M&A, & Securities

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Aid in the preparation and drafting of merger or purchase agreements and related ancillary agreements.
• Create and conduct research related to transactions and filings, such as UCC searches.
• Manage virtual data rooms.
• Analyze and organize records and documents.
• Prepare withdrawal and qualification documents according to all applicable laws and regulations.
• Oversee the preparation of electronic closing sets and binders, and distribute them to appropriate parties.
• Draft shareholder and board consents.
• Formulate organizational, incorporation, and formation documents like Articles of Organization, Operating Agreements, Consents, and qualification documents.
• Conduct name availability searches and reserve entity names, if needed.
• Prepare SS-4 forms and apply for Employer Identification Numbers.
• Draft subscription agreements, stock certificates, stock powers, and related documents.
• Coordinate projects with various service companies, using SimplyAgree and DocuSign.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Show significant client management experience.
• Maintain significant independent judgment and discretion in managing client team activities.
• Use independent judgment in the efficient and cost-effective use of practice support, databases, and other technology.
• Show initiative to stay informed of developments in the paralegal industry and share such information informally or in the context of firm-sponsored CLEs and other in-house training efforts.
• Show familiarity and experience with adopting legal AI and demonstrate the ability to learn and implement new AI.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience, with a significant focus on M&A transactions.
• A bachelor's degree or a paralegal certificate preferred.

OTHER DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to interact professionally and courteously with clients and employees at all times.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills.
• Collaborative and adaptable within a team setting.
• Efficient and accurate production of work with high-quality final products.
• Good judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Professional integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize workflow and manage time.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to build strong client relations by quickly responding to needs.
• Reliability and commitment to delivering on commitments.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Proven success working in a fast-paced, continually changing environment.
• Independently handle all key duties without supervision of another paralegal or senior paralegal.
• Communicate messages clearly, concisely, and confidently, adapting to the needs and preferences of others.
• Superior service to all internal and external customers and effective communication.

PAY AND BENEFITS

Compensation is commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation ranges for this position are as follows:

• State of Colorado: $75,000 - $119,000
• State of Illinois: $64,000 - $125,000
• State of Maryland: $73,000 - $107,000
• Massachusetts: $85,000 - $130,000
• State of Minnesota: $75,000 - $111,000
• Jersey City, NJ: $78,000 - $114,000
• State of New York: $66,000 - $125,000
• State of Washington: $88,000 - $134,000
• Washington, DC: $94,000 - $138,000

The above salary does not include a discretionary bonus, however bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed and are dependent upon individual and firm performance. Full-time employees receive benefits including: medical and dental coverage; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses; an employee assistance program; Paid Time Off; paid holidays; participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements; and more.