Corporate Paralegal
Corporate Paralegal
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Job Description
Job Description:
Perkins Coie LLP is looking for a talented and dynamic individual to join our team as an experienced Corporate Paralegal with our Emerging Companies & Venture Capital practice group. The Paralegal will under minimal supervision assist lawyers and clients with a variety of high-level corporate and transactional paralegal duties. They will also maintain positive contact with clients observe confidentiality and oversee corporate maintenance for a large number of clients across many industries.
In addition as a member of the Perkins Coie LLP business professional support team this position is also responsible for promoting and maintaining the goodwill and reputation of the this capacity the Senior Paralegal is expected to maintain the highest level of professional conduct and confidentiality.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
These essential functions are primary job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation.
- Maintain client confidentiality and positive client relationships.
- Draft and file incorporation formation amendment dissolution and withdrawal documents for Corporations LLCs LPs and LLPs.
- Conduct and analyze UCC searches; prepare UCC-1 and UCC-3 financing statements.
- Maintain organized records for corporate entities including ownership ledgers and state/federal filings.
- Prepare and distribute corporate documents certifications and UCC statements.
- Draft agreements for securities transfers.
- Manage closings for financings mergers and acquisitions.
- Conduct corporate diligence reviews and summarize findings.
- Organize and maintain electronic data sites; manage shareholder mailings and regulatory filings.
- Conduct factual research and analysis on statutory requirements.
- Train and supervise other paralegals; coordinate workloads.
- Work with external vendors to manage attorney and client requests.
SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED
- Excellent organizational analytical and communication skills.
- Accurate time record-keeping.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with lawyers staff and clients.
- Proficient in proofreading redlining and document comparison.
- Strong knowledge of California and Delaware corporate law federal and state securities laws and private company M&A.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Adobe Acrobat and Excel.
- Fluent in Carta Shareworks or other capitalization management platforms.
- Ability to take initiative and exercise discretion and independent judgment.
SPECIFIC SKILLS PREFERRED
- Experience with public company matters including beneficial ownership tables Section 16 reporting Rule 144 and legend removal letters is a plus.
- Experience with secured lending is a plus.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- 6-8 years of experience as a corporate paralegal with public and/or privately held companies.
- 4-year degree in a related field or equivalent required; paralegal certificate or degree preferred.
At Perkins Coie we look for self-motivated individuals dedicated to providing value and superior service and who have a high degree of integrity and enthusiasm for their work. We have created a company culture based on collaboration devotion to serving our clients and mutual respect. Perkins Coie is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion both within the firm and throughout our collective communities. Work with one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For and receive great health insurance tuition reimbursement and paid sabbaticals.
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus 401(k) plan medical dental and vision insurance accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually personal medical and parental leave up to 10 paid holidays and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.
This position may be filled in the following location(s). The listed compensation range reflects the typical pay for this role though it is rare for new hires to receive an offer at the top of the range. Actual compensation may vary depending on experience skills market conditions and internal equity.
San Francisco Bay Area compensation range: $74400 to $133920 annually
Los Angeles compensation range: $67880 to $122190 annually
Washington state compensation range: $61490 to $110680 annually
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records that reside in Los Angeles and San Francisco counties will be considered for employment in accordance with the applicable Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
