Paralegal

Porzio, Bromberg & Newman, P.C. ("Porzio"), is a highly-respected, well-established and expanding law firm with two subsidiary companies and offices in NJ, NY, MA, DE, PA, and San Juan, Puerto Rico. Porzio is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Transactional Paralegal with expertise in Delaware corporate law to support our legal team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have experience handling corporate governance, entity formation, and transactional documentation, particularly involving Delaware corporations and LLCs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

1. Prepare and file formation documents for Delaware corporations, LLCs, and other entities
2. Draft and review corporate resolutions, consents, operating agreements, bylaws, and other governance documents
3. Assist with mergers, acquisitions, financings, and other corporate transactions
4. Conduct UCC searches and filings, including preparation of UCC-1 and UCC-3 forms
5. Maintain corporate minute books and entity databases
6. Coordinate with registered agents and state agencies for filings and compliance
7. Support attorneys with due diligence, closing checklists, and closing binders
8. Track and manage deadlines for annual reports, franchise taxes, and other compliance obligations
9. Assist with drafting and reviewing NDAs, service agreements, and other transactional documents

 * The statements contained in this job description are not necessarily all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned and job requirements may vary from time to time.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

1. College degree required; paralegal certification preferred but not required.
2. Minimum 3 years of experience in corporate/transactional law, with a focus on Delaware entities
3. Strong understanding of Delaware General Corporation Law (DGCL) and LLC Act
4. Proficiency in legal research tools and document management systems
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
6. High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
7. Demonstrated initiative, ability to handle caseload, and ability to represent firm in a professional manner.
8. Strong verbal, written, analytical, organizational, technology and interpersonal skills.
9. Ability to use office equipment, such as computer, copier, calculator, fax machine and multi-extension telephone.
10. Flexibility in daily work schedule to meet firm's needs during periods of heavy workload.