The Paralegal Specialist - Corporate, working in collaboration with and in support of the firm's strategic initiatives, under the supervision of attorneys, performs a range of substantive case, matter or entity related duties. Prepares drafts of legal and other documents and correspondence for attorney review. Compiles, analyzes and summarizes information. Coordinates efforts between attorneys, clients, outside legal counsel, other parties and outside vendors.
Location
This position is located in our Palo Alto, Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, New York, or San Francisco office and offers a hybrid work schedule.
Responsibilities
Performs and maintains capitalization tables as well as stock and options ledgers.
Direct experience with Carta, Pulley, and other related software.
Direct experience with SEC EDGAR Next.
Prepares drafts and files Section 16 filings.
Assists with formation of entities such as Corporations, LLCs, 501(c)(3).
Prepare documents for transactions such as closing statements.
Prepares UCC searches and filings.
Organizes documents and closing books in connection with corporate transactions such as acquisitions and mergers.
Prepares and files annual reports in states where corporations are incorporated and/or qualified to do business.
Assists with basic private company transfer agent functions including stock issuance, stock transfers, stock option grants and maintenance of stock option plan records in corporate maintenance software.
Assists with due diligence.
Prepares closing volumes, including index, document assembly, binding and final distribution.
Prepares draft documentation for filings with Secretary of State, Department of Corporations and other state or federal agencies.
Developments, monitors and updates closing checklists.
Performs Blue Sky research and filings.
Maintains minute books (hard copy and electronic).
Manages HighQ and Box data rooms and matter files.
Handles signature packets in Docusign and SimplyAgree.
Requirements
Minimum Education
High School or GED
Preferred Education
Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certifica
Benefits
Vision insuranceEquity / stock options
Additional Information
DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let's see what we can achieve. Together.
Dlapiper · Palo Alto, CA