Corporate Legal Assistant

A full-service business law firm is seeking a Corporate Legal Assistant to support its high-performing Corporate group in the Dallas office. This role supports 4 - 5 attorneys on complex transactional matters, including entity formations, M&A, contract review, stock and asset purchase agreements, loan documentation, and corporate filings. You’ll work hands-on with key partners, collaborate directly with attorneys and support staff across practice areas, and play a vital role in delivering exceptional client service. The ideal candidate is a sharp, detail-obsessed legal professional with strong corporate experience, excellent document formatting skills and the confidence to work proactively in a fast-moving environment.

Corporate Legal Assistant Responsibilities

• Support 4 - 5 attorneys within the Corporate group
• Open and structure legal entities; handle corporate filings and certificates
• Review, edit, and format contracts, stock purchase and sale agreements, and loan documents
• Assist with M&A tasks such as transaction checklists, signature packets, and closing documents
• Prepare corporate governance and finance materials
• Manage Word documents, proofread content, and maintain accuracy in complex agreements
• Support light litigation needs as required
• Maintain and organize files, calendars, and case management workflows
  
  

Corporate Legal Assistant Requirements

• 3 - 5 years corporate legal assistant experience
• Strong experience opening entities, reviewing contracts, and supporting transactions
• Proficiency in preparing agreements and closing documents
• Advanced Microsoft Word formatting and editing skills
• Ability to work with precision and maintain close attention to detail
• Self-starter who asks questions, drives work forward, and manages deadlines
• Collaborative, professional, and comfortable working directly with attorneys
• Familiarity with the Court Alert system is a plus
  
  

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Dental, vision, parking, life & long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Extremely generous PTO
• New, modern office space in Uptown with walkable restaurants and coffee shops
• Standing desks and ergonomic workspace
  
  

If you’re ready to join a respected firm where the work is meaningful, the people are supportive, and the culture is genuinely enjoyable, Apply Now!