Corporate Paralegal

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to support the Corporate, Transactional, M&A, and Real Estate practice of a top tier, nationwide law firm.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in corporate governance, entity formation, compliance, and M&A transactions, including due diligence and regulatory filings. The role includes managing all phases of transactional matters, from entity formation and due diligence to closings, filings, and post-closing support.

Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with corporate transactions, M&A, securities filings, and private equity matters.
• Form, register, maintain, and dissolve corporations, LLCs, and other entities—including confirming name availability, obtaining EINs, filing required documents, paying taxes/fees, and maintaining minute books.
• Draft, review, and organize corporate governance documents such as operating agreements, bylaws, resolutions, and stock purchase agreements.
• Conduct due diligence for M&A and other transactions, including review of corporate records and lien/UCC searches.
• Manage all aspects of closings in M&A, real estate, financing, and other transactions—including coordinating document execution, assisting with escrow or wire logistics, finalizing signature packets, and preparing post-closing binders and filings.
• Draft and file regulatory documents for capital raises, including Form D, Form ID, and state Blue Sky filings via EDGAR and EFD platforms.
• Handle UCC filings/searches and support federal and state securities compliance.
• Coordinate with clients and attorneys to maintain corporate records and minute books; serve as a liaison on ongoing entity maintenance.
• Manage business entity filings (formations, amendments, mergers, dissolutions) and obtain certified copies, good standings, and name reservations from state agencies.
• Support real estate transactions, including title and survey review, coordination with title/escrow agents, and document preparation for acquisitions, dispositions, and leases.
• Maintain confidentiality and provide general paralegal support across practice areas as needed.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience as a Corporate Paralegal in a mid-to-large law firm, with demonstrated experience supporting M&A, financing, and other transactional matters.
• Proven ability to manage closings and transaction workflows independently from inception through post-closing.
• Strong drafting, organizational, and research skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency with document management systems (e.g., NetDocuments) and transaction tracking tools.