Corporate Paralegal

New York, New York Permanent USD80,000 - USD150,000 per year View Job Description
The Corporate Paralegal will support the Corporate practice group by preparing legal documents for clients including overseeing IPO transaction tasks, prepare deal documents, provide pre-closing, closing and post-closing assistance, and conduct legal research.
  • Join a top ranked law firm with hybrid flexibility
  • Excellent PTO, 401k match, and technology/resources for employees

About Our Client

This role is with a top ranked global law firm with over 1,000 attorneys across their 25+ locations. This firm is known for their high level of dedication to implementing cutting edge technology, and providing employees with excellent tools and resources to operate at a high level.

Job Description

  • Assist with drafting, reviewing, and filing legal documents related to corporate transactions.
  • Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorneys.
  • Oversee IPO transaction tasks, including draft checklists, attend due diligence meetings, proofread legal documents and coordinate site visits
  • Prepare deal documents, including disclosures, exhibits, SEC filings, questionnaires, financing statements, cusip number applications, purchase agreements and merger agreements
  • Support corporate governance activities, including maintaining corporate records and preparing board materials.
  • Coordinate and manage document submissions to regulatory bodies as needed.
  • Collaborate with legal and business teams to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain and organize files, ensuring accurate and accessible record-keeping.
  • Assist with due diligence for corporate transactions and other legal projects.
  • Provide general administrative support to the legal department.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Corporate Paralegal should have:

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • 2+ years of experience in corporate law, ideally in a Big Law environment
  • Strong knowledge of legal terminology and corporate governance practices.
  • Strong research skills; utilizing legal research software Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, SEC/EDGAR, CapMx, ShareWorks, Carta, etc.
  • Experience in IPO and public company matters strongly preferred
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with various teams.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary range based on experience ($60-100K for 2-5 years of experience, $100-150K for 5+ years of experience)
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401k with a match and excellent paternity benefits
  • Very generous PTO time
  • Hybrid working model



Interested in joining a top ranked firm supporting the Corporate practice area? Apply today.

Contact
Claire Vogel
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7108846

Job summary

Sector
Legal
Sub Sector
Paralegals / Legal Assistants - Private Practice
Industry
Business Services
Where
New York
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Claire Vogel
Job Reference
JN-092026-7108846
 

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