Corporate Paralegal.995

A prominent, national law firm is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to support its corporate transactional practice in their NYC office. This is a temporary position expected to last 3–6 months, with the possibility of becoming permanent. The role offers a hybrid schedule with remote work on Mondays and Fridays and in-office work Tuesday through Thursday, 9:30 AM–5:30 PM. The hourly rate is $55–$65.

Primary Duties

The Corporate Paralegal will support attorneys in complex transactional matters, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity, venture capital, securities, debt/finance, and general corporate governance. This role involves assisting with due diligence, preparing legal documents, maintaining corporate records, and liaising with clients and third parties. The Corporate Paralegal will have a strong background in corporate law, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Additional responsibilities include the following:

Transactional Support

• Manage capitalization tables and track stock options and equity compensation using platforms such as Carta, Pulley, AngelList, and ShareWorks
• Assist in drafting and filing corporate documents, including entity formations, amendments, mergers, and dissolutions
• Conduct due diligence by reviewing and summarizing contracts and corporate records
• Prepare initial drafts of closing certificates, board and stockholder resolutions, and other transactional documents, including those related to M&A
• Maintain closing checklists and assist with closing logistics, including obtaining signatures and assembling closing volumes (e.g., Litera)
• Assist with regulatory filings, including HSR, FINRA, SEC filings (Forms S-1, 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K), and Blue Sky filings

Corporate Governance

• Maintain corporate records, including board and stockholder minute books
• Track board meetings and assist in preparing minutes, consents, and resolutions
• Ensure accuracy of company data, including officer and director records
• Handle statutory filings and compliance matters, including UCC filings and tax-related forms
• Maintain LLC and corporate books and records, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

Securities & Compliance

• Prepare and maintain securities documentation, including stock option grants, restricted stock, and warrants
• Coordinate with third parties to ensure timely filings and compliance with reporting deadlines
• Assist with private placements, investor questionnaires, and regulatory filings

Administrative & Research Duties

• Conduct legal research using tools such as Westlaw and LexisNexis
• Order lien searches, summarize results, and maintain accurate records
• Track key dates and deadlines to ensure timely compliance
• Order and distribute certified copies, good standing certificates, and related documents

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a corporate paralegal, with exposure to ECVC, M&A, private equity, and securities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, iManage, DocuSign, and deal management platforms (e.g., Carta, Pulley, AngelList, ShareWorks)
• Familiarity with Blue Sky compliance, UCC filings, and SEC reporting
• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively
• Proactive, resourceful, and client-service-oriented approach
• Ability to train and mentor junior team members is a plus

Benefits

• ABA-MEC Medical Benefit
• PEP 401k
• Paid Time Off