Overview
A global, tech-enabled law firm support organization is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to assist corporate attorneys and clients with complex transactions involving both private and public companies. This role is fully remote and open to candidates located anywhere in the United States.
Responsibilities
- Support mergers and acquisitions transactions
- Handle formation, maintenance, and dissolution of corporate entities such as corporations and LLCs
- Prepare and manage securities filings
- Assist with venture capital financing activities
- Coordinate transaction closings and prepare related documentation
- Implement and administer stock option plans
- Manage corporate records
- Prepare legal opinions and assemble supporting documentation
Requirements
Essential Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work independently and take direction from multiple individuals
- Strong communication skills, especially in a remote work environment
- Proficiency in learning new software programs
- Excellent planning, prioritization, and organizational skills
- Strong proofreading and attention to detail
- Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and offices
- Sound judgment and problem-solving skills when handling confidential information
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Professional and positive demeanor
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed to meet deadlines and client needs
Education and Experience
- Minimum of 7 years of corporate paralegal experience
- High school diploma required
- Paralegal certificate preferred but not required
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Preference for candidates in the Pacific time zone, though all U.S. time zones will be considered
Job-Related Competencies
- Attention to detail
- Independence
- Strong communication
- Customer orientation
- Initiative
- Efficiency
- Practical thinking
Equal Employment Opportunity
The employer is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected class under federal, state, or local law.
Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities
Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state or local laws. Applicants needing assistance during the application process are encouraged to request accommodations.
Employment Verification
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization in the United States.