Corporate Paralegal

Overview

This role provides key administrative support to attorneys and leaders by managing corporate/entity filings for the organization’s affiliates and supporting transactions. Work includes preparing and maintaining entity-related documentation for Kansas, Missouri, and Delaware, developing contracts from templates, and assisting with legal research and administrative tasks under the direction of the General Counsel and the legal team.

The position interfaces with directors and leaders on highly confidential matters and collaborates with internal teams to support and maintain legal databases, including contract management and real estate contractor databases. Responsibilities also include research, project assistance, and resolving legal questions as directed.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of paralegal, technical, and administrative functions.
• Conduct legal research and analysis of applicable laws, regulations, statutes, Secretary of State regulations, and filing rules.
• Prepare high-quality entity filings, documentation, contracts, leases, and other written documents with minimal attorney oversight.
• Coordinate with attorneys and paralegals internally and at outside law firms.
• Prepare correspondence and memoranda.
• Organize, maintain, and secure legal files, databases, and document management systems.
• Provide administrative support for corporate activities including entity formations, restructuring, and dissolution.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining document templates, procedures, and protocols to support legal and real estate processes with an emphasis on scalability.
• Attend meetings and collaborate with other teams to support efficiency for legal and real estate teams.
• Collaborate with teams to create and periodically revise template agreements.
• Prepare emails, correspondence, and follow-up communications regarding status of work in process; organize meetings among internal and outside participants.
• Ensure attorney-client privilege attaches to appropriate documents and attorney work product is similarly protected.
• Perform other duties as assigned in furtherance of organizational and/or department goals.

Requirements

• High School Graduate.
• Associate’s Degree and completion of an accredited paralegal program.
• 3 or more years of relevant experience in a law firm or enterprise legal department.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.

Preferred Licensure & Certification

• Certificate of Public Notary (Not eligible for Recognition Award) — Secretary of State Office within 60 Days.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Legal citation proofreading.
• Knowledge of general office equipment required.
• Ability to recognize and comprehend facts and legal concepts.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Ability to interact and work productively with all levels of staff.
• Strong problem-resolution skills combining logic, analysis, and follow-through.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access required.
• Ability to maintain discretion and privacy with confidential matters and documents.
• Ability to read and understand contract language, subpoenas, complaints, and summary actions.
• Ability to transport self to various locations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Full time.

Location

• Remote.