Corporate Paralegal

Job Summary:

The Corporate Paralegal plays a crucial role in supporting the legal and corporate functions of the organization. This position involves a wide range of responsibilities, including assisting in merger and acquisition transactions, forming companies, maintaining organized file systems, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of corporate law, M&A processes, and the ability to manage and organize legal documents and computer files effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

M&A Support:

• Assist the legal team in conducting due diligence for merger and acquisition transactions.
• Draft, review, and organize legal documents related to M&A deals, such as agreements, contracts, and disclosure schedules.
• Maintain transaction checklists and track critical deadlines.
• Communicate with external parties, such as opposing counsel and clients, to coordinate document exchange and information requests.

Company Formation:

• Participate in the formation of new companies, including preparing and filing formation documents with the relevant government agencies.
• Draft corporate bylaws, operating agreements, and other organizational documents.
• Assist in obtaining necessary licenses and permits for newly formed entities.

Document Management:

• Establish and maintain organized physical and electronic file systems for legal documents and contracts.
• Implement best practices for document retention, version control, and data security.
• Retrieve and provide relevant documents in response to legal inquiries or regulatory requests.

Compliance and Record-Keeping:

• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations regarding corporate governance and M&A transactions.
• Keep accurate records of corporate actions, such as board meetings, shareholder resolutions, and corporate filings.
• Monitor changes in legal requirements and update corporate records accordingly.

Research and Analysis:

• Conduct legal research to support attorneys in case law, regulations, and legal precedents relevant to corporate matters.
• Summarize legal findings and prepare reports for attorneys and clients.

Transactional Support:

• Assist in the management of the overall transaction process, including document tracking and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare closing binders and assist with post-closing matters.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or an associate degree in paralegal studies or a related field.
• Previous experience as a corporate paralegal with a focus on M&A transactions.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, including the formation of companies and mergers and acquisitions.
• Proficiency in document management and file organization.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a legal team.
• Familiarity with legal research tools and software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of basic transactional structures and legal terminology.

TECfusions is an Equal Opportunity Employer