What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Paralegal position at Capstone Search Partners?
The Opportunity: Corporate Paralegal
Send resumes to: Hayley.christina@capstonesp.com
About the Opportunity
Our client, a prestigious global law firm, is seeking a highly skilled Corporate Paralegal to join their Corporate practice group. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team that advises a wide range of clients—from innovative startups to established public companies—on complex transactional, governance, and compliance matters.
Position Overview
The ideal candidate will have a strong law firm background with demonstrated experience in capital markets transactions (specifically Section 16 filings) and start-up equity management using platforms like Carta. This paralegal will support attorneys in public company compliance, venture financings, and other corporate matters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and file Section 16 reports (Forms 3, 4, 5) with the SEC.
- Manage and update cap tables using Carta or similar equity platforms.
- Assist with startup formations, corporate governance, and financing documentation.
- Draft board consents, stockholder consents, stock option grants, and related documents.
- Maintain and organize minute books, stock ledgers, and other corporate records.
- Support attorneys in M&A, capital markets, and venture capital transactions.
- Liaise with clients and third parties to collect documentation and track deliverables.
Required Qualifications
- 3 years of experience as a corporate paralegal in a law firm environment.
- Direct experience with Section 16 compliance and public company filings.
- Proficiency in Carta or comparable equity management tools.
- Solid understanding of startup equity, corporate structures, and governance.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- Bachelor's degree required; paralegal certificate preferred.